Black Nightshade
龙葵Solanum nigrum L.
Med + CookHeat-clearingAnti-cancer
Family: Solanaceae
Type: Annual herb
Parts Used: Whole plant, root, seeds
Nature & Flavor: Bitter, cold, slightly toxic
Also known as: Bitter Herb, Black Eggplant
Properties & Functions
Functions: Clears heat, detoxifies, promotes urination, reduces swelling
Indications:
- Fever
- Cancer
- Snake bites
Usage & Prescriptions
Dosage: Whole plant: 10-30g.
Wind-fire toothache
Black nightshade root 30g, decoct
Caution
Unripe fruit is toxic.
Quick Reference
- Nature & Flavor
- Bitter, cold, slightly toxic
- Parts Used
- Whole plant, root, seeds
- Family
- Solanaceae
- Standard Dosage
- Whole plant: 10-30g.
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