No Man's Sky: A Guide to Obtaining Solanium
Solanium, a valuable resource in No Man's Sky, is exclusive to planets with specific climates. This guide covers gathering, farming, and crafting methods to ensure a steady supply.
Locating Solanium:
Unlike Frost Crystals, Solanium is found on hot, arid planets. Before landing, use your starship scanner to identify planets with descriptions like "Arid," "Incandescent," "Boiling," or "Scorched." The scanner will also indicate Solanium availability. Upon landing, deploy your Analysis Visor to locate Solar Vines – tall, rock-like plants with glowing vines. You'll need a Haz-Mat Gauntlet to harvest them. Phosphorus, also found on these planets, is a key ingredient for Solanium crafting.
Farming Solanium:
Once you've progressed in the Farmer's Agricultural Research mission, you can cultivate Solar Vines. Use a Hydroponic Tray or Bio-Dome, planting them with 50 Solanium and 50 Phosphorus. Hot planets allow direct ground planting. Allow approximately 16 real-time hours for growth before harvesting.
Crafting Solanium:
Several Refiner recipes produce Solanium, most requiring Phosphorus (often sourced from hot planets or Galactic Trade Terminals). Here are the recipes:
- Solanium + Phosphorus (to increase Solanium)
- Phosphorus + Oxygen
- Phosphorus + Sulphurine
- Di-hydrogen + Sulphurine
Note: Sulphurine also necessitates a visit to a hot planet. Establishing a Phosphorus farm at your base ensures a consistent Sulphurine supply.
