Solanum Crispum (Noun)
Meaning
Hardy climbing shrub of Chile grown as an ornamental for its fragrant flowers; not a true potato.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Solanum crispum, also known as the Chilean potato tree, is a lovely addition to any garden with its showy purple flowers and dense, woody stems.
- The gardener carefully pruned the solanum crispum to maintain its climbers and encourage more bloom throughout the season.
- As the solanum crispum flowers began to open, the air was filled with their sweet, powerful fragrance that attracted many pollinators.
- Solanum crispum is often mistaken for a type of potato, but it is actually a separate species belonging to the same genus.
- In mild winter climates, the solanum crispum stays evergreen and continues to produce its beautiful, fragrant flowers year-round.