Vascular Plants of the Gila Wilderness
Presented in Association with the
Western New Mexico University Department
of Natural Sciences
Solanum stoloniferum Schlectendal
(Fendler Wild Potato)
Family: Solanaceae
Status: Native
Synonyms:
Solanum stoloniferum Gray ex Torrey
Solanum stoloniferum is a small herb with purple flowers and pubescent, pinnately divided leaves. It is found at higher elevations in moist areas. Solanum jamesii is similar and also has compound leaves, but Solanum jamesii has white flowers.
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Solanum stoloniferum, photo Russ Kleinman, Bill Norris & Mark Donnell, Mogollon Mtns., Bursum Road, Aug. 4, 2007
Solanum stoloniferum, photo Russ Kleinman, Burro Mtns., Burro Peak, Sept. 10, 2007
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