Solanum quitoense - Wikipedia
Solanum quitoense, known as naranjilla [3] (Spanish pronunciation: [naɾaŋˈxiʝa], "little orange") in Ecuador, Costa Rica, and Panama and as lulo ([ˈlulo], from Quechua) in Colombia, is a tropical perennial plant from northwestern South America.
Naranjilla Growing Information And Care - Gardening Know How
Jul 26, 2021 · An exotic plant and fruit in its own right, the naranjilla (Solanum quitoense) is an interesting plant for those wishing to learn more about it, or even wanting to grow it. Keep reading for naranjilla growing information and more.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Naranjilla (Lulo) Shrubs
Nov 8, 2024 · Naranjilla, or lulo, are South American shrubs that produce delicious and nutritious fruit. Continue below to learn how to grow them in your warm-climate garden.
Lulo: Description, Flavor, Benefits, And Uses - Gardeners' Magazine
Mar 19, 2024 · Let me tell you about a little treasure I’ve discovered in the world of fruits – it’s called Lulo (Solanum quitoense) or naranjilla if you want to get fancy. This tropical fruit is something special, not just another fruit.
Lulo Fruit (Naranjilla)- Essential Guide to a Weird Exotic Fruit
Nov 25, 2023 · In this post, we cover the lulo fruit (naranjilla) and teach you about its origins, nutrition, interesting facts, health benefits, recipe ideas, and much more!
Solanum Quitoense: A Comprehensive Guide to the Naranjilla Plant
Aug 25, 2023 · Solanum quitoense, commonly known as naranjilla or lulo, is a fruit-bearing plant native to the Andes region of South America. It belongs to the Solanaceae family, which includes other important crops such as tomatoes, potatoes, and peppers. The genus Solanum is one of the largest in the family and includes over 1400 species.
Lulo: growing, harvesting & eating naranjilla - Plantura
The lulo (Solanum quitoense) plant, often called naranjilla, is a perennial that grows one to three metres tall. It belongs to the Solanaceae family and is therefore closely related to the tomato ( Solanum lycopersicum ) and aubergine ( Solanum melongena ).
Naranjilla - University of Kansas
With a name that means “little orange” in Spanish, the naranjilla is a diminutive fruit that packs a big punch. Despite its name and color, the misleading fruit is not of the citrus family, but is related to the eggplant and tomato. Origin and Distribution.
Naranjilla, Lost Crops of the Incas - Growables
For centuries the naranjilla (Solanum quitoense) has been an immensely popular fruit of Colombia and Ecuador. Writers have described it as “the golden fruit of the Andes” and “the nectar of the gods.”
Naranjilla | Local Tropical Fruit From Ecuador - TasteAtlas
Naranjilla or lulo (lat. Solanum quitoense) is a tropical fruit native to the Andes mountains in South America, particularly found in countries like Ecuador and Colombia