Flora Friday - Climbing Nightshade
Climbing Nightshade (Solanum Dulcamara) is a vine like species that belongs to the Solanaceae family, which also includes tomato and potato! Other names include:
- Bittersweet
- Bittersweet Nightshade
- Bitter Nightshade
- Blue Bindweed
- Amara Dulcis
- Dulcamara
- Elinog
- European Bittersweet
- Fellenwort
- Felonwood
- Poisonberry
- Poisonflower
- Scarlet Berry
- Snakeberry
- Trailing Bittersweet
- Trailing Nightshade
- Violet Bloom
- Woody Nightshade
- Besksöta
Where To Find
Climbing Nightshade is native to Europe and Asia and has become a naturalised species in other areas, most notably, North America. It likes wetlands, disturbed ground, forest edges/forests and the edges of rivers and lakes.
Edible Parts
This plant is considered toxic although severe reactions and poisonings are rare. It is however, EXTREMELY toxic to dogs, cats and horses and is more toxic to children than it is to adult
Medical Uses
This plant does have a long history of medical uses but, since it is considered toxic, I would recommend talking to a doctor and/or a qualified herbalist before using this plant
Magickal Uses
In magickal practices, Climbing Nightshade is used for:
- Protection
- Getting rid of the Evil Eye
As the plant is toxic: HANDLE WITH CARE
Victorian Flower Language
In Victorian Flower Language, Climbing Nightshade means truth and honesty, believe it or not
This blog is for educational purposes only, please consult your doctor and experts before trying home remedies!
Blessings,
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