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Carolina Horsenettle

Solanum carolinense

Photo by SarahWhitt
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Field Notes

Description:

Carolina Horsenettle (Solanum carolinense) is not a true nettle, but a member of the Solanaceae, or nightshade family. It is a perennial herbaceous plant, native to southeastern United States that has spread widely throughout North America. This plant has hard spines along the stems that can penetrate the skin and break off, causing much pain.

Habitat:

Dawes Arboretum

Species ID Suggestions

Carolina horse nettle

Solanum carolinense
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PublishedJune 28, 2011

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