Tree ID Help

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by Sigtris, Jun 24, 2008.

  1. Sigtris

    Sigtris Active Member

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    I have a Tree Solanum macrathum (Potato tree) and about two meters away from it
    a new Tree came out, but its leaves are different from the S macrathum, could it be that in a juvenile form the leaves are different?
    If not a Potato tree, what tree is it?
    I posted the picture of a leaf of the unidentified tree.
    Thank you.
     

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  2. lorax

    lorax Rising Contributor 10 Years

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    It could be - it could also be a Jimsonweed or Apple of Peru, just by the leaves. At any case, it is a member of Solanaceae. Wait for blooms; the Solanaceae are quite variable and it is entirely possible that this is a juvenile form. Flowers will say a great deal about its identity.

    I've never experienced S. macrathum to sucker, but it's not unheard of. Or do you think this is a volunteer from seed?
     
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    Sigtris Active Member

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    Beth nice to see you here also.
    Since the Solanum is very near, I think it is a volunteer from seeds", I often
    find seeds in the "floor".
    So maybe the different leave form is because it is a juvenile.
    Thank you Beth
     

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