Solanaceae – Nightshade Family Flashcards
1
Q
What are some common plants of the Solanaceae family?
A
Jimson weed
Petunia
Tomatillo
Bitter nightshade
Tomato
Peppers
2
Q
What are some common characteristics of the Solanaceae family?
A
Flowers: 5 fused petals and 5 yellow anthers held together in a center point of the flower and a superior ovary
Leaves are usually alternately arranged
3
Q
What is the scientific name for Jimson Weed?
A
Datura stramonium
4
Q
What is the scientific name for Petunia?
A
Petunia xhybrida
5
Q
What is the scientific name for Tomatillo?
A
Physalis sp.
6
Q
What is the scientific name for Bitter Nightshade?
A
Solanum dulcamara
7
Q
What is the scientific name for Tomato?
A
Solanum lycopersicom
8
Q
What is the scientific name for Peppers?
A
Capsicum sp.
