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Jaltomata procumbens

Jaltomata procumbens (Cav.) J.L. Gentry

Creeping False Holly, Tomatillo

Solanaceae (Potato family)

Synonym(s): Saracha procumbens

USDA Symbol: JAPR2

USDA Native Status: L48 (N)

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Plant Characteristics

Duration: Perennial
Habit: Herb
Fruit Type: Berry
Size Notes: Up to about 3 feet tall.

Bloom Information

Bloom Color: Yellow , Green
Bloom Time: Jun , Jul , Aug

Distribution

USA: AZ , MD
Native Habitat: Rocky hillsides and canyons, edges of mixed forests, along creeks, disturbed areas.

Web Reference

Webref 23 - Southwest Environmental Information Network (2009) SEINet - Arizona Chapter

Additional resources

USDA: Find Jaltomata procumbens in USDA Plants
FNA: Find Jaltomata procumbens in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Jaltomata procumbens

Metadata

Record Modified: 2020-12-10
Research By: CBR

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