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Solanum trilobatum is a plant species in the nightshade family Solanaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka and mainland Southeast Asia.[1] It is used as a medicinal herb.
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Solanales |
| Family: | Solanaceae |
| Genus: | Solanum |
| Species: | S. trilobatum
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Description edit
Solanum trilobatum is a delicate, tropical perennial plant often cultivated in temperate climates. The stem is often spiny. The flowers are white or purple in color, with a five-lobed corolla and yellow stamens. The fruit is small, red coloured berry.[citation needed]
Uses edit
Solanum trilobatum is used in the Indian cuisine, and is given to people with ailments such as fever, cold and cough. Its leaves are used for culinary purposes, and the thorns are removed prior to cooking.[citation needed]
References edit
- ^ a b c "Solanum trilobatum L." Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 23 February 2024.
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