What is potato vines?

Potato vines or Solanum laxum is a evergreen plant often grown in the US and Australia. It is characterized by dark green leaves and white flowers in the shape of a star. The name of this permanent is somewhat misleading because it does not actually produce potatoes.

leaves of this plant are usually shiny and dark green. They can be somewhat round or oval in the shape of an appearance. The leaves also sometimes look as if they were folded in half along the center vein. They also have red or orange dust or the area where pollen is produced. These shews are said to resemble small potatoes, hence the name. They are not edible, but often drop the plant to hatch new wine vines. While they are usually white, they might also be light blue or cream colored. Each petal is somewhat oval, with a point at the end. It may seem that the vein is running to the center.

potato wineVA is a climbing or end plant that can be quite long. In many cases, this plant can grow up to up to 20 feet (6.05 m). It can also be expanded anywhere from one to two feet (0.3 to 0.6 m) wide. For this reason, the gardener may want to place this vine near the fence or building, or use to support a grid.

Many people like to cut this plant back, near the ground, at the end of winter. Sometimes it is assumed that it increases the number of flowers in the next vegetation season. Gardeners who decide to crop potatoes in this way might want to make sure it is not the first. This lack of flower may indicate that the climbing man is sleeping and will not be damaged by Prunemeg.

Although it does not create a crop, potato vines can add the beauty and smell of the terrace or garden. Sometimes it is assumed that it attracts useful insects such as ladybugs, to the backyard. The vines can also be used in butterflies or bee garden. People who live in a warm climate,can enjoy this unique and interesting plant almost anytime in the year.