Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Potato Vine |
| Also Known As | Potato Creeper |
| Scientific Name | Solanum laxum |
| Main Color | White |
| Plant Type |  Vine |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Flowering | Jun - Oct |
| Image | Solanum-004 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Islington |
| Country Found | UK |
Flower Details
Description
Solanum laxum is a vigorous, evergreen climber with glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of star-shaped, white flowers with yellow stamens. It can grow rapidly and is often used as an ornamental plant for covering walls and fences.
Distribution
Native to South America, particularly Brazil, it has been introduced to various regions worldwide, including parts of Europe and North America.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - the plant contains toxic alkaloids and should not be consumed.
Human Toxicity
Mildly_Toxic
Mildly Toxic - ingestion can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea due to the presence of toxic alkaloids.
Pet Toxicity
Highly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion can lead to severe gastrointestinal distress and neurological symptoms.
Active Compounds
Solanine, solasodine, chaconine.