The difference between nightshade and black wolfberry

Last Update :2024.06.23

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1. Distinguish from appearance

2. Different distribution

3. Main differences in value


Solanum nigrum blooms small white flowers in summer, which are umbrella-shaped. There are round fruits behind the flowers, which are green when immature. The leaves tend to be heart-shaped or oval. The fruits of black wolfberry are black and bunched together. There are thorns on the branches. The leaves are very thick and textured. They have lavender flowers. The upper part of the fruit will be slightly sunken.


The difference between nightshade and black wolfberry
1. Distinguish from appearance

1. Distinguish by appearance

Solanum nigrum is a plant that we often see near wastelands. It also has many aliases, such as Heiyouyou and so on. Every summer, small white flowers bloom, which look like umbrellas. After the flowers bloom, you will find round fruits, which are green when immature. As time goes by, they turn purple-black as they mature. Its leaves look almost heart-shaped or oval, green.

Black wolfberry, in fact, the appearance of this plant and nightshade are easy to distinguish. Black wolfberry is a shrub. The fruits are black, but they are all gathered together. There are thorns on the branches, the leaves are very thick and textured, and they have lavender flowers. Although its fruit is also round, the upper part of the fruit will be slightly sunken.

Black wolfberry

2. Different distribution< /h2>

Solanum nigrum grows almost everywhere in our country. It can be seen in more common locations such as beside crops, as well as in rural areas of villages and wastelands.

Black wolfberry mainly grows in the western desert areas of my country and is more common. It can adapt well to places that are a bit harsh for ordinary plants, such as those found in salty sandy areas and thirsty areas. Riverbed etc. It is common and widely distributed in Gansu, Qinghai, Xinjiang, Ningxia and other places in my country.

Beautiful Nightshade

Three , the main values are different

Black wolfberry has good health care effects. It not only protects eyesight but also enhances immunity. In addition, because its fruit contains a large amount of anthocyanins, it is also a very good beauty product for women who love beauty. It can improve skin, prevent eyelashes, and increase sleep. The effect is very good. In addition to the above, the environmental value of this plant itself is also excellent, and it is an especially good tree for soil and water conservation.

The main function of nightshade is reflected in its medicinal application. In fact, the whole of it can be used as medicine. It can not only clear away heat and detoxify, but also reduce swelling and blood stasis. It can be used in a wide range of applications.

Solanum nigrum


2. Different distribution

3. Main differences in value














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