Solanum pseudocapsicum L. is a plant in the Solanaceae family, order Solanales, kingdom Plantae. Toxic/Poisonous.

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Solanum pseudocapsicum L.

Solanum pseudocapsicum L.

Solanum pseudocapsicum is a mildly poisonous perennial nightshade grown decoratively, considered a weed in some regions.

Family
Genus
Solanum
Order
Solanales
Class
Magnoliopsida

⚠️ Is Solanum pseudocapsicum L. Poisonous?

Yes, Solanum pseudocapsicum L. (Solanum pseudocapsicum L.) is classified as poisonous or toxic. Toxicity risk detected (mainly via ingestion); avoid direct contact and ingestion. Never consume or handle this species without proper identification by an expert.

About Solanum pseudocapsicum L.

Solanum pseudocapsicum L. is a species of nightshade that produces mildly poisonous fruit. It has several common names: Jerusalem cherry, Madeira winter cherry, and the ambiguous general name "winter cherry". It is a perennial species that is often grown as a decorative house plant. However, it is classified as a weed in some regions of South Africa, India, Australia, and New Zealand.

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Taxonomy

Plantae Tracheophyta Magnoliopsida Solanales Solanaceae Solanum
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Sources: GBIF, iNaturalist, Wikipedia, NCBI Taxonomy · Disclaimer

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