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DESCRIPTION:
Most of the common nightshades are annuals. The worst of the nightshades
are
black nightshade (S. nigrum ) and
hairy nightshade (S. sarrachoides). First true leaves of hairy nightshade
have wavy edges and prominent veins. The leaves have numerous fine,
short hairs, especially along the
underside of the main vein. Berries are green or yellowish brown when mature,
never black. The green outer whorl` covers the entire upper surface of the fruit.
The flower stalks, like stems and leaves,
are usually hairy. Mature plants reach about 2 feet (60 cm) in height.
Another species, silverleaf nightshades have showy flowers
and yellow to orange berries.
Broadleaf ID illustration.
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