Plant Profile: Solanum carolinense

A perennial herb characterized by its prickly texture, featuring alternate and simple leaves that may be lobed or have coarse teeth. The flowers range in color from white to purplish and consist of five distinct parts, while the fruit is a yellow berry.

This plant typically thrives in environments such as roadsides, fields, and areas with sandy soil. It is commonly found in weedy patches of disturbed land, including roadsides, abandoned fields, waste areas, pastures, and even within forested or natural settings.

The mode of toxicity is through ingestion, and it is important to note that it is only considered toxic if consumed in large quantities.