Solanum aviculare

Solanum aviculare Details

Solanum aviculare, commonly known as the Kangaroo Apple or Poroporo, is a NZ native that is a quick growing coastal shrub. It features long, dark green leaves and grows to about 2 m tall and the same wide. The foliage is complemented with mauve flowers throughout the year which are followed by yellow-orange berries that attract birds. The green berries are extremely poisonous. Best performance with this plant is achieved when grown in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained, sheltered site that is frost free. Solanum aviculare is commonly used in native gardens, revegetation plantings, or included in a mixed planting.