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Solanum aethiopicum
Botanical Name
Solanum aethiopicum
Common Name
Pumpkin-On-A-Stick
Family
Solanaceae
Garden(s):
It is our experience that Solanum aethiopicum performs well in our area. It is observed, however, to attract rabbits and insect pests. Regardless, this plant is well loved for its attractive, pumpkin-shaped fruits. We have found it best to stake the plant at the time of planting.
Gardens
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Research
USDA Zone
10-12
Stems
Herbaceous
Hardiness
Tender
Genus
Solanum
Specific Epithet
aethiopicum
Interspecific Hybrid Flag
No
Reference:
Cornell
PlantsForAFuture
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Solanum aethiopicum fruit
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Solanum aethiopicum fruit
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Solanum aethiopicum unripe fruit
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Solanum aethiopicum flower buds
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Solanum aethiopicum flower
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Solanum aethiopicum stem
Hours
Hours: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Daily
Extended Dining Hours (members only): Wednesdays & Saturdays | 5:00PM - 8:00PM | Gardens and exhibits will be closed, Harvest Restaurant will be open for members with reservations only
Gates close at 4:30 PM. For their safety and the safety of our animal collection, pets are not allowed, nor can they be left in vehicles inside Brookgreen. Service animals that have received special training to assist disabled persons are welcome.
Tickets
Daily General Admission Tickets for 7 consecutive days
Children 3 and under: Free
Children 4-12: $12
Adults 13-64: $22
Seniors 65 & Over: $20
Location
1931 Brookgreen Drive
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
Off US Highway 17 Bypass, between Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island on South Carolina's Hammock Coast
843-235-6000
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