American Black Nightshade
Solanum americanum
Family: SolanaceaeNative: Americas (North, Central, and South)Identified: Mar 22, 2026
An annual or short-lived perennial herb with ovate, slightly wavy green leaves and distinct reddish-purple stems. It produces small white, star-shaped flowers followed by small, shiny black berries when mature.
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It is often considered a weed but thrives in full sun to partial shade with regular watering. It prefers well-draining, nutrient-rich soil but is highly adaptable to disturbed soils and urban environments.