Potato tree is a plant that is native to South America. It is a member of the Solanaceae family, which includes other plants such as tomatoes, peppers, and eggplants. The potato tree is a perennial plant, meaning it can live for more than two years. The average lifespan of a potato tree is about 10 years.

Potatotree is a fast-growing [6] evergreen shrub or small tree, reaching a height of 2–8 m (6.6–26.2 ft). The grey or brown bark is smooth-lenticellate and the trunk is 2–5 cm (0.79–1.97 in) thick. The crown is flat-topped and spreading.

Potatotree is a quickly growing plant that may be grown as a shrub or a small tree. The plant experiences the greatest amount of growth in the springtime. Depending upon environmental factors and care, Velvet Nightshade may grow to only about 6′ feet high or attain a towering height of about 25′ feet.

Jun 18, 2020 · As a small, quick-growing tree with large leaves and stunning flowers, the giant potato tree can make a beautiful focal point specimen. I first saw the giant potato tree on Pine Island and really admired its unique shape and flowers.

Apr 24, 2022 · A very fast-growing tree with a very attractive shape. The flowers, in clusters, are very large star shaped and very showy. Three shades of blue are visible at the same time on the tree much like The Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow shrub. Richard Lyons Nursery currently has this tree in stock.

Apr 14, 2023 · The Potato Tree, also known as Solanum grandiflorum, is a tropical tree that is native to South America. It is a member of the Solanaceae family, which includes other well-known plants such as tomatoes and potatoes.

Potato tree is a common name which may refer to several large species of nightshade (genus Solanum), especially: Solanum crinitum (syn. Solanum macranthum), the giant star potato tree; Solanum crispum, the Chilean potato tree; Solanum erianthum, the potato tree; Solanum wrightii, the Brazilian potato tree

Giant Potato tree. Showy fast growing specimen tree of small to medium size. This plant grows quickly into a bushy tree of 15 feet in height and 15' wide. The leaves are large, lobed and prickly. Flowers are fragrant and change their color from white to pink to lavender.

Jul 11, 2017 · Potato tree is native to Brazil and grows to a height of 15 feet with a woody trunk. Many symmetrical branches give it a beautiful shape. The stems and branches have spines. It is popular as a decorative tree in gardens, parks, and streets. The leaves are dark green, velvety, deeply lobed, and prickly. The leaves can be 60 cm long and 30 cm wide.

Plant database entry for Potato Tree (Solanum erianthum) with 2 images and 26 data details.