Solanum nigrum Linn.
Primary Characteristics
Primary Characteristics
Solanum nigrum Linn. is aslo known as Solanum miniatum Bernh. ex Willd., Solanum nigrum Linn. ssp. alatum Moench., belongs to Solanaceae, family.
The Arabic Names for this herb are Anbul Saalab, Sabrinah.
The English Name for this herb is Black Nightshade.
The Urdu Names for this herb are Gach Mach, Kanwah Kothi, Karmachu, Mako, Pat-Pirun, Tekhankai.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological Actions of Solanum nigrum Linn. are Abortifacient, Alterative, Analgesic, Anodyne, Anti-asthmatic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-cancerous, Anti-dropsical, Anti-dysenteric, Anti-flatulent, Anti-gonorrhoeal, Anti-haemorrhagic, Anti-hypertensive, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-leucodermal, Anti-leucorrhoeal, Anti-psoriatic, Anti-rheumatic, Anti-spasmodic, Anti-tumor, Aphrodisiac, Appetizer, Astringent, Blood Purifier, Cathartic, Cholagogue, Demulcent, Desiccative, Diaphoretic, Disinfectant, Diuretic, Emetic, Emollient, Expectorant, Febrifuge, Hepatoprotective, Hydragogue, Laxative, Narcotic, Oxytocic, Refrigerant, Repercussive, Resolvent, Sedative, Tonic.
Indications
The Indications of Solanum nigrum Linn. are Hepatomegaly, Glossitis, Splenomegaly, Tumors, Stomach Inflammation, Cancer, Rheumatism, Headache, Dropsy, Sore Throat, Earache, Otorrhoea.
The Indications of Leaves of Solanum nigrum Linn. are Rheumatic Joint, Chronic Cirrhosis, Gouty Joints, Gonorrhoea, Skin Diseases.
The Indications of Fruit of Solanum nigrum Linn. are Tongue Inflammation, Boils, Dropsy, Cough, Diphtheria, Wounds, Anasarca, Liver Inflammation, Burns, Eye Infection, Ear Infection, Burning Sensation, Tonsillitis.
The Indications of Decoction (root) of Solanum nigrum Linn. are Fever, Gout, Jaundice, Thirst, Dysentery, Leucorrhoea, Boils, Wounds, Insomnia, Arthritis, Profuse Menstruation, Blood Impurities, Urine Retention.
No Contra Indication information is available for Solanum nigrum Linn..
Temperaments
The Temperament of Solanum nigrum Linn. is 2nd order, cold and dry.
Available Brands
Compound Preparations
Solanum nigrum Linn. is used in the preparation of Arq Biranjasif, Arq Gaz, Arq Maul Jubn, Arq Maul Lahm Mako Kansiwala, Dawai Abzan, Dawai Gharghara, Kushta Ras Kapur, Ruh-e-Mako, Sherbet Babunah, Zamad Mohalil, Zimad Kabad compounds.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instruction |
| Arq Mako | 120.000ml | N/A |
| Whole Herb | | N/A |
| Dried Fruit | 5.000g - 7.000g | N/A |
| Fruit | | N/A |
| Juice(leaves) | 48.000ml - 60.000ml | N/A |
Herb's Description
Solanum nigrum Linn.. A herbaceous or suffrutescent weed, 30-45 cm high, leaves ovate or oblong, sinuate-toothed or lobed, narrow at both ends; flowers white, in drooping umbel-like 3-8 flowered clusters; berries red., yellow or black, round; seeds discoid, smooth, yellow, minutely pitted
Taste Odor & Occurrence
Occurence: It occurs in India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Temperate Regions, Tropical Regions.
Odor: The odor of Solanum nigrum Linn. is Pungent
Taste: Bitter
Substitutes
No information regarding Solanum nigrum Linn.'s substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
Solanum nigrum Linn.'s Active constituents:
Antidotes
No information regarding Solanum nigrum Linn.'s antidot is currently available.
Warning & Precautions
In large doses it may causes a feeling of sickness,followed by vomiting,pain in the abdomen and intense thirst,pupils dilatation with impaired vision,headache,giddiness,delirium,purging,convulsions,sleep ending in coma.Unripe berries is toxic to human beings.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Solanum nigrum Linn.. (work in progress)