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    Solanum trilobatum Medicinal Uses

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    In this article we will discuss about the Solanum trilobatum :- common name, scientific name, medicinal uses and photos.

    Common name

    • English: Thai nightshade
    • Tamil: Tuduvalai, Nittidam, Sandunayattan
    • Kannada: Kakamunji, Ambusondeballi
    • Marathi: Mothiringnee, Thoodalam
    • Telugu: Alarkapatramu, Kondavuchinta, Mullamusti
    • Malayalam: Tutavalam, Putharichunda, Putricunta

    Scientific name

    • Name: Solanum trilobatum L.
    • Family: Solanaceae (Potato family)
    • Synonyms: Solanum maingayi, Solanum canaranum, Solanum sarmentosum

    Solanum trilobatum Medicinal Uses

    • The leaf juice is used to treat cough and cold.
    • Unripe fruits paste is applied on ringworm.
    • Plant paste is applied externally in headaches and joint pain.
    • Plant juice is given orally in liver enlargement, dysentery and fever.
    • The fruit juice is given for chest cold, cough, snake bite and body strength.
    • Leaves and fruits used for cure eye disorders, nose problems and cold.
    • Decotion of the flower is used for vitality and body strength.
    • Native medicine men prepare two types of herbal drugs with this plant. they are ‘Thoothuvelai Legiyam’ and ‘Thoothuvelai Nei’.

    Other Uses

    • The fruit is edible
    • The leaves cooked and eaten as a vegetable

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