Out of Stock

Cow’s Udder fruit

Solanum mammosum

seeds only available to PSW members – limit of 2 packets of this variety

  • DO NOT EAT
  • twining vine to 2 metres, needs support
  • traditionally used, externally, to treat fungal infections
  • most often grown ornamentally for unusual ‘five-fingered fruit’.

NOTE: If the price is reduced, the seed has passed its best-by date.
Best-by date, germination rates, and growing information are in “Additional Information”.

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Description

Cow’s Udder fruit, also known as “Nipple fruit”, is not edible. DO NOT EAT. Twining vine to 2 metres, needs support. Traditionally used, externally, to treat fungal infections; It is most often grown ornamentally for its unusual ‘five-fingered fruit’.

Additional information

Best By

Dec-26

germination rate - current stock

not tested

Packet Quantity

5 seeds

Lifecycle

perennial

Sowing Months

September; October; November

Method

raise seedlings

Depth to Sow

surface sow and cover lightly

Germination

14-28 days

Distance Apart

only one needed

Harvest

Summer