Solanum nigrum, also commonly known as black nightshade, belongs to the nightshade family and is a flowering plant. The plant is native to Europe and Asia and is known for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat various ailments like fever, asthma, and inflammation. Solanum nigrum is known by different names in different languages such as morapanki in Kannada, manathakkali in Tamil, and makoy in Hindi. Other synonyms for Solanum nigrum include garden nightshade, common nightshade, petty morel, popolo, hound's berry, and wonder berry. These synonyms reflect the various characteristics and properties of the plant. With its wide range of applications and benefits, Solanum nigrum is a popular herb in traditional medicine.