Sun-drop
Luminous and lovely, it brings joy.
Small white flowers; notable for bright orange to red papery husks enclosing the fruit.
Solanaceae
Limited; primarily grown as species.
Carl Linnaeus
Small, typically around 1 cm across.
Delicate
Five, fused at the base.
Radially symmetrical.
Flowers have little to no scent.
Slightly hairy.
Alternate
Green
Herbaceous perennial plant.
Perennial
Summer to early autumn.
Temperate
Moderate; prefers well-drained soil.
Adaptable to various soil types; prefers fertile, well-drained soil.
Frost hardy.
Prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
Susceptible to common pests like aphids; prone to fungal diseases in humid conditions.
Attracts bees and other pollinating insects.
Native to Eurasia; cultivated in gardens worldwide.
Provides habitat for certain insects; ornamental use.
Valued for its decorative husks and berries.
Primarily ornamental, some medicinal uses.
Not listed as endangered.
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