Solanum ptychanthum

Solanum ptychanthum eastern black nightshade

Plant grows in the wild/spontaneouslyPlant is native to PA Synonyms:   Solanum americanum
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Occasional in fields, woods & disturbed areas.

See distribution map at BONAP.

Wetland codes
EMP: FACU
NCNE: FACU



Flowers June to October.

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G-rank:  G5 (Secure)

Cate Dalton (Guest)

Posted on 01 October 2026

Sighted in an urn planted with lilium var., at the Social Security office plaza in Erie PA.

Suegsd3 (Guest)

Posted on 07 July 2026

Kennett Square

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Solanum ptychanthum eastern black nightshade

Plant grows in the wild/spontaneouslyPlant is native to PA
Synonyms:   Solanum americanum
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Plant Summary
annual forb native flower color: white
Common Names
eastern black nightshade