African nightshade, leaf
The edible leaf of the African nightshade plant, traditionally eaten as vegetable in both West and East Africa. This term can be used to describe the leaf of different species, including the garden huckleberry (Solanum cabrum), the blackberry nightshade (Solanum nigrum), the glossy nightshade (Solanum americanum), and the woolly nightshade (Solanum villosum). To further specify the species, use the [variety](/schema/Product#variety) field.
Also known as: Black nightshade; Narrow-leaved nightshade; American black nightshade; Small-flowered nightshade; Glossy nightshade
- Term type: Crop
- Units: kg
- Scientific name: Solanum nigrum; Solanum scabrum; Solanum americanum; Solanum villosum
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HESTIA Glossary