These plant species grow in the salt spray and loose sand of beaches and the moist lowland slopes of volcanoes. They flourish in poor soils and under very harsh climatic conditions.
Apple of Sodom (Solanum linnaeanum), a member of the Nightshade family (Solanaceae). Kahikinui District, south Maui. Designated as a serious pest because of its abundant thorns on leaves, stems, and branches. Not very numerous where it is present.
Apple of Sodom (Solanum linnaeanum), a member of the Nightshade family (Solanaceae). Kahikinui District, south Maui. Designated as a serious pest because of its abundant thorns on leaves, stems, and branches. Not very numerous where it is present.