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GlossarySolanum nigrum

plant species known as Black Nightshade, sometimes toxic

Solanum nigrum, commonly known as Black Nightshade, is a plant species in the Solanaceae family. It is often found in disturbed soils and can be both a weed and a medicinal plant. While some parts of the plant are toxic due to the presence of solanine, it has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.