Withania somnifera Ashwagandha (Solanaceae) Evergreen shrub

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Withania somnifera
Ashwagandha
Evergreen shrub
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The Withania somnifera plant species is found in Australia, E. Asia, Africa. It is a member of the Solanaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Ashwagandha.

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Latin Name:  Withania somnifera
Common Name:  Ashwagandha
Family:  Solanaceae
Author:  (L.)Dunal.

Known Hazards:  The plant is toxic if eaten[238].

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:  0.5

Habitat:  Open places, disturbed areas etc[192]. An undershrub in stony places[238].

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow early spring in a greenhouse. There is usually a high germination rate within 2 weeks. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots once they are large enough to handle and plant them out after the last expected frost. Consider giving the plants some protection, such as a cloche, until they are established and growing away well.

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