Christine de Beer - effortless floral craftsman
Solanum Integrifolium
Detail of my Leaves by Hundreds came design
Common name
Pumpkin tree plant, pumpkin-on-a-stick or pumpkin bush, Japanese golden egg, Chinese scarlet eggplant, Hmong eggplant or tomato eggplant.
Origin
Asia
Varieties
Colors
Green, and ripens to yellow then orange and finally orangey red
Vase life
Two weeks to a month depending on the size and conditions. Dries very well
Scent
Peppery
Uses
The stems are used in autumn bouquets with the fruits intact on the branches, or just the fruit. The dried fruit can also be used in garlands or in autumn potpourri.
Conditioning
Condition as you would any woody stem. Whittle the stem to remove some of the bark to ensure proper hydration. Hang upside down in a well-ventilated area to dry.
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