Solanum stelligerum, the star nightshade or devil's needles, is a species of flowering plant in the family Solanaceae, native to eastern Australia.[1] A woody shrub reaching 2 m (7 ft), it is typically found growing on sand dunes, in open Eucalyptus woodlands, and on forest edges.[2] The small red fruit are eaten by Aboriginal Australians, but it is recommended to only consume low quantities.[2]
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Solanales |
| Family: | Solanaceae |
| Genus: | Solanum |
| Species: | S. stelligerum
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References edit
- ^ a b "Solanum stelligerum Sm". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 28 May 2023.
- ^ a b "Factsheet – Solanum stelligerum". Electronic Flora of South Australia. State Herbarium of South Australia. 2023. Retrieved 28 May 2023.
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