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Solanum Xanthocarpum

Solanaceae sp.

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Field Notes

Description:

A thorny shrub with small fruits, the shape and colours of watermelon.

Habitat:

Mountains.

Reference Links:

http://www.motherherbs.com/solanum-xanthocarpum.html

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (5)
Ashish
You can call it Thorny Brinjal.
Arun
Welcome @SatyenMehta
Arun
Solanum xanthocarpum
MiguelDelSol
definitely a member of the nightshade (solanaceae family), i'd guess Horsenettle or Turkeyberry. Niether of which i've actually seen in the wild.

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