Naranjilla
Scientific Name: Solanum sessiliflorum Dunal
Synonym: Solanum arecunarum, Solanum georgicum, Solanum topiro
Family: Solanaceae
Solanum sessiliflorum in the NYBG greenhouse in mid April
Sun Exposure: Light shade
Origin: Nicaragua to Peru, Brazil
Growth Habits: Shrubby herb, up to 7 feet tall (2 m)
Fruiting Habits:
The yellow orange fruit are used by the indian Rama from Nicaragua to make a drink.
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