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Apple of Sodom (Solanum linnaeanum) (Nox)

Invasive Assessment | Impact Assessment | Potential Distribution | Present Distribution

Scientifc name: Solanum linnaeanum Hepper & Jaeger

Common Name:

Apple of Sodom

Additional information about Apple of Sodom is located on the DPI website - including plant status (e.g. regionally prohibited, regionally controlled, restricted), biology, growth calendar and lifecycle, as well as management options.

Photo: Apple of Sodom flower
Apple of sodom flower

Photo: Mark Imhof

Photo: Apple of Sodom fruit and leaves
Apple of Sodom mature fruit
Photo: Mark Imhof


Photo: Apple of Sodom plant
Apple of Sodom plant
Photo: Mark Imhof
Image:  Thornapple plant
Apple of Sodom leaves and fruit
Photo: Mark Imhof

Related Links

Weed Identification Note for Apple of Sodom - on the Weeds Australia website (external link). Information is provided on the generalised current distribution in Australia as well as other information such as origin, distinguishing features, dispersal etc.

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