Greenspot Nightshade (Solanum douglasii) is in the nightshade family family (Solanaceae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 880 research-grade flowering observations of it in our sample, peaking in April.
Nationally it blooms mainly from March to February, but timing varies a lot by state and elevation — see the table below.
When to photograph Greenspot Nightshade: observations by month (U.S.)
About Greenspot Nightshade
Solanum douglasii is a species of plant in the family Solanaceae known by the common name greenspot nightshade.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Greenspot Nightshade by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 848 | April | Mar–Feb |
| Arizona | 28 | August | Aug–Oct |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related wildflowers (nightshade family)
Carolina horsenettle
Sacred Datura
Bittersweet Nightshade
Silverleaf Nightshade
Purple Groundcherry
Tree Tobacco
Thickleaf Groundcherry
Desert Tobacco
Photography tips
- Photograph flowers on calm, overcast mornings to avoid wind blur and harsh shadows.
- Get low: a shallow depth of field (f/2.8–f/5.6) isolates a bloom against soft color.
- Stay on trails — trampling meadows kills plants and ruins next year's display.
- Try a kaleidoscope abstract of a single bloom with our online kaleidoscope tool.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Greenspot Nightshade?
Nationally, April has the most observations, with the main season from March to February.
Where is Greenspot Nightshade most often seen?
The most observations come from California, Arizona.