American black nightshade
Solanum americanum
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A weedy herbaceous plant with small white flowers and black berries, native to the Americas. It is invasive in many regions and typically treated as an undesirable volunteer in gardens.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Central and South America
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
A weedy herbaceous plant with small white flowers and black berries, native to the Americas. It is invasive in many regions and typically treated as an undesirable volunteer in gardens.
Climate Match for your location
See how well American black nightshade grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Central and South America
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation