EPPO Global Database

Solanum muricatum(SOLMU)

Overview
Code created in: 2002-02-23

Basic information
  • EPPO Code: SOLMU
  • Preferred name: Solanum muricatum
  • Authority: Aiton

Notes

Native to South America (Colombia to Peru). Cultivated for its edible fruits.


Other scientific names
Name Authority
Solanum variegatum Ruiz & Pavón

Common names
Name Language
melon pear English
pepino English
Birnenmelone German
Melonenbirne German
Pepino German
melon poire French
pépino doux French
manguena Spanish (CR)
pepino dulce Spanish (BO)
pêra-melão Portuguese