The efficacy and function of bitter nightshade

Solanum lycopersicum is a very common Chinese medicine. Although it is very common, it has many magical effects. Let’s take a look at it below.

[Other names] Thorny eggplant, thorn eggplant, big bitter kudzu, bitter nightshade, golden balls, yellow horn thorn, dog eggplant, money fruit

[Source] Solanum khassianum CB Clarke, Solanaceae , its roots and fruits are used as medicine.

【Habitat distribution】 Yunnan.

[Chemical composition] The fruit contains three steroidal components, mainly steroidal bioglycosides, which can produce solasodine after hydrolysis.

【Nature and flavor】 Slightly bitter, cold. Slightly poisonous.

【Functions and indications】 Anti-inflammatory, detoxifying, sedative and analgesic. It is mainly used to treat rheumatic pain due to falls, neuralgia, stomachache, toothache, mastitis, mumps, etc. The leaves and fruits are used externally to treat sores.

【Usage and Dosage】 1 to 2 coins.

【Excerpt】 National Compendium of Chinese Herbal Medicines

As a common Chinese medicinal material, Solanum lycopersicum is often forgotten by people. In fact, its effects and functions are beyond your imagination. As long as you are good at eating it and use the right method, I believe it will be of great help to your body.