Bukidnon : nateng

black nightshade (Solanum americanum) Family: Solanaceae

Vernacular Names: nateng

Parts utilized as vegetable and availability: shoots, leaves

Cultivated/Foraged: planted

Market presence of vegetable:marketed

Habitat: homegarden , farm, swidden

Availability: available all year round

Other uses: source of iodine, cure for diabetic

Dishes:nilaga, sautéed



Study site:
Brgy. Matinao, Kalilangan, Bukidnon


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