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American nightshade

Solanum americanum

Photo by mary.gallo.m
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Field Notes

Description:

American nightshade. This picture displays both unripe and the blue ripe fruit. They slightly resemble tiny cherry tomatoes but these berries are poisonous.

Habitat:

This American nightshade plant is actually growing in the wildflower garden in the backyard. Good to know that it is poisonous.

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