Black Nightshade
OTHER NAME(S): Blackberry Nightshade, Crève-Chien, Garden Nightshade, Herbe à Gale, Herbe aux Magiciens, Herbe Maure, Houndsberry, Kakamachi, Kakmachi, Long Kui, Makoi, Morelle Noire, Myrtille de Jardin, Petty Morel, Poisonberry, Raisin de Loup, Tomate du Diable, Tue-Chien, Yerba Mora, Solanum nigrum, black night shade, Solanácea Negra, Morelle noire
Overview
Black nightshade (Solanum nigrum) is a plant with a musk-like smell when wilting. It contains a chemical that can be toxic when consumed.
Black nightshade contains a chemical called solanine which is poisonous to humans. The green fruits contain the highest amounts of solanine and therefore are the most toxic parts of the plant.
People use black nightshade for stomach irritation, cramps, spasms, pain, nervousness, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Uses
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Side Effects
When taken by mouth: Black nightshade unripe berries and leaves are likely unsafe. These contain a toxic chemical called solanine. At lower doses, they can cause nausea, vomiting, and other side effects. At higher doses, they can cause severe poisoning, which can lead to death.
There isn't enough reliable information to know if the ripe berries of black nightshade are safe or what the side effects might be.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if black nightshade is safe or what the side effects might be.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: Black nightshade unripe berries and leaves are likely unsafe. These contain a toxic chemical called solanine. At lower doses, they can cause nausea, vomiting, and other side effects. At higher doses, they can cause severe poisoning, which can lead to death.
There isn't enough reliable information to know if the ripe berries of black nightshade are safe or what the side effects might be.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if black nightshade is safe or what the side effects might be.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: It's likely unsafe to use black nightshade while pregnant. It might cause birth defects.
Interactions
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Dosing
Black nightshade can be poisonous. There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of black nightshade might be. Consult a healthcare professional before using.
References
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