Solanum spirale is a small fruiting shrub in the family Solanaceae, present in mid-elevation paleotropical areas, in Southern China, India, Burma, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Indonesia and Australia (Queensland).
Spiral bittersweet is disease-resistant and typically not susceptible to illnesses. Regarding maintenance, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only light watering, and larger specimens usually do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be trimmed after they finish blooming. Spiral bittersweet is appropriate for anyone who has outdoor space—like a garden or a deck—and does not demand extensive gardening experience.
How to keep Solanum Spirale.
Light
Spiral bittersweet is indigenous to habitats like the forest understories or stony regions where it naturally receives shade. It is fond of places with partial sunlight but can also adapt to environments with full sunlight or complete shade, thereby showcasing its adaptable and resilient characteristics.
Temperature
Spiral bittersweet is native to regions with a tropical climate, which normally have high warmth and moisture levels. This allows it to thrive in hot and humid conditions, but it poorly reacts to abrupt temperature shifts, preferring steady climate instead. Therefore, indoor temperature swings should be avoided. The plant typically fails to endure cold climate and needs elevated temperatures for its growth. In case the surrounding temperature reduces excessively, the plant's growth might halt or it may die.
Fertilizer
The optimal period to provide nourishment to a Spiral bittersweet is at the advent of spring when it awakes from its dormant state. This action facilitates greater growth and aids in the formation of flowers. Fertilization aids in the betterment of the foliage, stems, and branches, advocating for big, lively, and enduring flowers. This process helps in the relocation of nutrients from the roots to the flowers and enhances the health of the plant while increasing its resistance to diseases.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Hardiness Zone
- 10-11
- Mature Height
- 3.05 m
- Mature Spread
- 49 cm to 91 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green, Dark Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- White
- Flower Size
- 0.76 cm to 1.02 cm
- Bloom Time
- Late spring, Summer, Early fall, Mid fall
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Mid summer, Late summer, Fall
- Native Area
- India, Indonesia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Laos, Thailand, China
