Solanum wendlandii (Potato Vine) - Image 3

Botanical name: Solanum wendlandii

Common names: Potato Vine, Giant Potato Creeper, Costa Rica Nightshade, Paradise Vine

Family: Solanaceae

Origin: South America

USDA Plant Hardiness MapVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterBlue, lavender, purple flowersThorny or spinyPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsIrritating plant
Solanum wendlandii (Potato Vine) blue flower close up, multiple buds, green stems, lush plant


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Solanum wendlandii, Costa Rican Potato vine

Potato vine. This woody vine has large heads of dark mauve flowers and round yellow fruit. Very ornamental, not invasive, but a fast grower. Thorny.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot