Lyratum Nightshade (Solanum lyratum)

Family: Solanaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Solanum lyratum is a PERENNIAL CLIMBER growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). It is in flower from June to October, and the seeds ripen from October to November. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves - cooked. Caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity. — Caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.

Habitat & North American Range

Thickets in hills and low mountains all over Japan. Grasslands in valleys, near roads and fields, 100 - 2900 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)