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Solanum aviculare

Kangaroo Apple, Poroporo, Solanum aviculare, Poroporo Leaves, Solanum aviculare Fruit, Solanum aviculare G Forst, Solanum aviculare Kangaroo Apple, Solanum Kangaroo Apple

Solanum aviculare, commonly known as the Kangaroo Apple or Poroporo, is a NZ native that is a quick growing coastal shrub. It features long, dark green leaves and grows to about 2 m tall and the same wide. The foliage is complemented with mauve flowers throughout the year which are followed by yellow-orange berries that attract birds. Solanum aviculare is commonly used in native gardens, revegetation plantings, or included in a mixed planting.

Solanum aviculare shrub with dark green foliage and purple flowers.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.00 m
Spread:2.00 m
Flowering time:Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Tolerances:
Garden uses:
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asKangaroo Apple, Poroporo, Solanum aviculare, Poroporo Leaves, Solanum aviculare Fruit, Solanum aviculare G Forst, Solanum aviculare Kangaroo Apple, Solanum Kangaroo Apple

Solanum aviculare Details

Solanum aviculare, commonly known as the Kangaroo Apple or Poroporo, is a NZ native that is a quick growing coastal shrub. It features long, dark green leaves and grows to about 2 m tall and the same wide. The foliage is complemented with mauve flowers throughout the year which are followed by yellow-orange berries that attract birds. The green berries are extremely poisonous. Best performance with this plant is achieved when grown in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained, sheltered site that is frost free. Solanum aviculare is commonly used in native gardens, revegetation plantings, or included in a mixed planting.

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