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Solanum uleanum

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Solanum uleanum Plants GrowTropicals
Solanum uleanum 10.5cm Plants GrowTropicals
Solanum uleanum Plants GrowTropicals

Solanum uleanum

Regular price £15.99 £25.00 Sale price
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Regular price £25.00 Sale price £15.99
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Solanum uleanum

Solanum uleanum

10.5cm

£15.99

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Solanum uleanum is a tropical vine native to the rainforests of Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and Ecuador. It is part of the Solanaceae family, which includes a variety of well-known plants, such as tomatoes and nightshades. This species is especially notable for its visually striking foliage. The young leaves of Solanum uleanum emerge in a vivid, almost neon purple, gradually maturing into deep green. The leaves are covered in fine hairs, giving them a soft, velvety texture. Indoors, this plant is often appreciated for its ability to climb and spread, making it a good candidate for terrariums or as a trailing plant in hanging pots.

Native to: Solanum uleanum is indigenous to the tropical rainforests of Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and Ecuador. In its natural habitat, it grows as an understory plant, clinging to trees or sprawling across the forest floor. This environment is characterised by high humidity and dappled sunlight filtering through the dense canopy.

Water: This plant prefers consistently moist conditions, similar to its native rainforest habitat. When growing indoors, it’s essential to water Solanum uleanum regularly, ensuring that the soil remains slightly damp but not waterlogged. Allow the top layer of the soil to dry out between waterings, typically requiring water every 7-10 days depending on indoor conditions. 

Light: Solanum uleanum thrives in bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions as well. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the delicate leaves. A spot near a north or east-facing window would be ideal, where it can receive filtered light. If the light is too low, the vibrant colours of the emerging leaves may be less pronounced.

Humidity: High humidity is crucial for this tropical vine. Aim to maintain humidity levels around 70-80%, which can be achieved by placing the plant in a terrarium or regularly misting the leaves. A humidifier or a pebble tray with water can also help to maintain the necessary humidity levels, especially during the drier winter months.

Temperature: Solanum uleanum prefers warm temperatures, ideally between 18°C and 28°C. It can tolerate a minimum temperature of about 15°C, but prolonged exposure to cooler temperatures should be avoided as it may stunt growth or cause damage to the leaves. Keep the plant away from cold drafts and sudden temperature changes to ensure its well-being.

Diameter 10.5cm
Approx Height 25-35cm
  • Your plant will arrive in its nursery grow pot — the plastic pot it's been growing in. We don't include a decorative pot as standard, and there's a good reason for that: it means you get to choose one that fits your space and style, rather than being stuck with something that doesn't suit your home.

    It also means you're not paying extra for a pot you might not want. The nursery pot is perfectly fine to keep your plant in for a while, just pop it inside a decorative cover pot or cache pot and you're good to go. When you're ready to repot (usually after a growing season or when roots start poking out the bottom), you can move it into something more permanent with fresh soil.

    If you're not sure what size cover pot to go for, check the pot selector tool listed above, you'll want a decorative pot that's a centimetre or two wider than that to give it a comfortable fit.
  • Every plant on our site includes the pot size (e.g. 12cm) and, where possible, an approximate height. That's the most reliable way to set your expectations, photos can sometimes make a plant look larger or smaller than it really is.

    If you're thinking "that sounds quite small for the price," here's something worth knowing: younger, smaller plants almost always adapt better to your home than larger ones. They adjust faster to your light and humidity, put out new growth more quickly, and tend to establish stronger root systems long-term. A plant that grows into your space will usually outperform one that was already big when it arrived.

    That said, every plant is an individual. The one you receive may vary slightly in height, shape, or fullness compared to the photo, that's the nature of living things, not a quality issue. We select healthy, well-established specimens, and if you ever feel your plant doesn't match what you were expecting, just get in touch and we'll take a look.
  • There's a big difference between a plant that's been sitting under on a retail shelf and one that's been looked after and cared for by people who specialise in exactly this.

    Our plants are grown in house or sourced from specialist nurseries, many of them varieties you simply won't find at your local garden centre or supermarket. Before anything leaves us, it's checked over by our horticultural team to make sure it's healthy, well-rooted, and ready to thrive in your home. We're not shifting volume off a pallet, we're choosing plants we'd want to keep ourselves.

    When you buy from a supermarket, you get a plant and a generic care label. When you buy from us, you get the knowledge that comes with it, detailed care guidance, a team you can actually contact if something isn't going right, and the confidence that what's arriving has been looked after properly from the moment it was grown to the moment it reaches your door.

    We're a specialist nursery first, not a retailer that happens to sell plants. That's the difference, and you'll see it the moment you open the box.
  • First things first, unbox it as soon as you can. Plants don't love being in dark boxes any more than you would, and the sooner yours is out and breathing, the better.

    Remove all the packaging carefully, give the soil a check with your finger, and water lightly if it feels dry. Then find it a spot with appropriate light, but avoid putting it straight into harsh direct sun or next to a radiator. Think of it like arriving somewhere new after a long journey: it needs a moment to adjust.

    It's completely normal for your plant to look a little tired or droopy after transit. This is called transit stress, and most plants bounce back within a week or two. You might see a yellow leaf or some drooping, don't panic, and resist the urge to overwater or start repotting straight away.

    Our advice for the first couple of weeks: leave it in its nursery pot, water it only when the top layer of soil feels dry, and let it acclimatise to your home's light, temperature, and humidity. Once it's settled in and showing signs of new growth, you can think about repotting or moving it to its permanent spot.

    Every plant we sell comes with a care guide on the product page so you'll know exactly what it needs going forward. And if anything doesn't look right, get in touch with our team, we're always happy to help.
  • Yes! and we go to serious lengths to make sure of it. Every plant is hand-packed by our team with protective wrapping and secure, custom-designed boxes to keep it stable and safe in transit. We've shipped hundreds of thousands of plants across the UK and our packaging methods have been refined over years to handle the bumps and jolts of delivery.

    During colder months, we monitor weather forecasts and offer heat packs where needed to protect against frost. In extreme conditions, we may hold your order for a day or two rather than risk sending it out, we'd rather you wait an extra day than receive a stressed plant.

    That said, plants are living things, and the occasional transit wobble can happen. If your plant arrives damaged or isn't in the condition you'd expect, just get in touch within 48 hours with a photo, and we'll make it right, whether that's a replacement or a full refund. No fuss.

    The short version: we treat every box like it's going to someone who really cares about what's inside, because it is.

All plants are covered by our 7-day live arrival guarantee. We pack every order in protective, sustainable packaging designed to keep your plants safe in transit. Whether grown in our own nursery or sourced from trusted partner growers, every plant is checked before it ships. On the rare occasion something isn't right on arrival, we'll make it good, provided the plant is still in its original nursery pot.

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Packaged with Care

Packaged with Care

Every order is hand-packed in eco-friendly, protective packaging - refined through thousands of deliveries to ensure your plant arrives healthy, hydrated, and looking its best.

Backed by our Live Arrival Guarantee.

Perfect for Gifting

Perfect for Gifting

From rare collector’s pieces to easy-care favourites, our plants arrive fully potted and ready to enjoy. Add a personalised note at checkout for a thoughtful finishing touch.

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Sustainability at Heart

Sustainability at Heart

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