Re: S. dulcamara
My thanks to Dave, Julie and Robert,
for your information concerning Solanum dulcamara. There are no
uncontrolled kids about so my concern is not for it's poisonous
attribute, but about it's rampant qualities? Does it spread by seeds or
underground roots? Do you think it would be more mannerly in the dry
summer soil of Southern California?
And I ask again if there is anyone growing Solanum seafortheanum and what
your experience is? Jan
Dave Poole wrote:
> Jan,
>
> Solanum dulcamara is the ' Bitterweet' or 'Woody Nightshade'. As with
> many members of the potato family, it is mildly toxic and the
> attractive, bright red berries should not be eaten. It is a native
> plant throughout much of Europe and considered to be a common
> inhabitant of woodland and hedgerows. As far as toxicity goes, it is
> not as toxic as Oleander, Brugmansia or many other ornamental plants
> we grow in our gardens and unless you've got uncontrolled kids who
> insist upon eating every berry they see, you should be quite safe.
>
> Dave Poole
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