The difference between Solanum nigrum and black wolfberry

1. Distinguish from the appearance

Solanum nigrum is a plant that we often see near wastelands. It has many aliases, such as black and dark, etc. Every summer, small white flowers bloom, and the flowers look like umbrellas. After the flowers fall, round fruits will appear. They are green when unripe, and turn purple-black as time goes by as they get closer to maturity. Its leaves look like they are heart-shaped or oval, and are green.

Black wolfberry, in fact, the appearance of this plant and Solanum nigrum is very easy to distinguish, black wolfberry is a shrub. The fruits are black, but they grow together in clusters. There are thorns on the branches, the leaves are very textured and thick, and they bloom lavender flowers. Although its fruit is also round, there is a slight depression on the upper part of the fruit.

2. Different distribution

Solanum nigrum grows almost everywhere in my country. It is commonly found next to crops, in villages, rural areas and wastelands.

Black wolfberry is mainly grown in the western desert areas of my country. It can adapt well to places that are somewhat harsh for some ordinary plants, such as salinized sand land, dry riverbeds, etc. It is common and is distributed in Gansu, Qinghai, Xinjiang, Ningxia and other places in my country.

3. Main Value Differences

Black wolfberry has excellent health benefits. It can not only protect eyesight but also enhance 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 hair loss, and increase sleep, and the effect is very good. In addition to the above, the environmental value of this plant itself is also outstanding, and it is an especially good tree for soil and water conservation.

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