Family SolanaceaeSolarium capskastrum, when grown as a pot plant, is a dwarf evergreen shrub about 12- 18 in ( 3 0 - 4 5 cm) in height, which produces most attractive fruit resembling small bright red cherries. It is commonly known as winter cherry, or Christmas cherry. This popular plant for winter decoration is readily obtainable, and as it can be grown on for at least a second year, or alternatively propagated from cuttings, it is not really necessary to grow it from seed.
