Solanum cinereum

Distribution in Canberra Region. Widespread but not very common in the region.

Dispersal. Seeds are dispersed by wind, water and animals.

General Description and Biology

Looks like a solanum bush, up to 1 m or more high and wide.
Branches are very prickly (distinctive feature) with spines up to 1 cm long.
Has abundant fruits, green when young, yellowbrown when mature (distinctive) 2 cm diameter.
These later dry up and turn brown.
Can be thought to be exotic.