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kangaroo apple

Solanum laciniatum

Genus: Solanum
Family: Solanaceae
Common Names: large kangaroo apple

About this plant

S. laciniatum is a large evergreen shrub to 3m or more, with simple lance-shaped or pinnately lobed leaves 15cm long, and light purplish-blue flowers 5cm wide, with broadly triangular petals, followed by egg-shaped light orange fruits

Growing Information

Height

2.5-4 Metres

Spread

1.5-2.5 Metres

Hardiness

Foliage

Evergreen

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full SunPartial Shade

Soil

LoamSandy

AlkalineNeutral

Not Currently Available

This plant is not currently stocked at any garden centres on our platform.

Moisture

Poorly DrainedWell Drained

Aspect

East FacingWest Facing

Exposure

Exposed

Care Guide

Cultivation

Grow under glass in loam-based potting compost (JI No 2) in full light with shade from hot sun, or in bright indirect light. In growth, water freely, apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly, mist daily and maintain moderate humidity. Can be grown outdoors when risk of frost is past

Pruning

Pruning group 9

Propagation

Propagate by seed or semi-ripe cuttings

Pests

Glasshouse red spider mite and aphids may be seen

Diseases

May suffer from grey moulds

Garden Uses

Uses

Patio Container

Planting Places

Conservatory

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumnWinter

Size & Characteristics

Height

2.5-4 Metres

Spread

1.5-2.5 Metres

Habit

Bushy

Time to Full Height

Five To Ten Years