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Black Nightshade Berries

Technical Name : Solanum nigrum
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Taste Profile

It has savory and sweet taste. 

Usage Tips

  1. Black Nightshade berries can be eaten raw.
  2. They can also be prepared as a preserve, jam or pie filling.

Common names and forms

  1. Manathakalli

Description

It grows a bushy, sometimes vining structure. The dark green leaves of Black Nightshade Berries are soft and thin, the shape of an arrowhead and may be smooth or hairy depending upon variety. They mature from a green to deep inky blue and contain a seedy interior with juicy pale green pulp. They is entirely edible.

Health benefits

  • Black Nightshade berries contain calcium which helps to regulate or lower blood pressure.(1)
  • They also contain phosphorus that helps to boost digestion.(1)
  • Vitamin A present in it keep eyes healthy.(1)

Selection Guide

Avoid those berries that have odd spots, colors or shades.

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.specialtyproduce.com/produce/Black_Nightshade_Berries_12970.php

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