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Medicine - The leaves and roots are used in the treatment of a variety of ailments, including fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. The plant is also used as a source of food and medicine for animals.
Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan
Thrives in disturbed areas, such as wastelands, roadsides, and cultivated fields.
It is a trailing or climbing herb that can grow up to 200 cm in length.
Stem is cylindrical and slender. It is often branched and covered with a thin layer of hair.
Leaves are simple, ovate, and have a pointed tip. They are arranged alternately on the stem, 5-10 cm long and 3-5 cm wide. The leaves are green in color and have a smooth surface.
Flowers are small, white, and bell-shaped. They are arranged in clusters of 2-3 flowers. The flowers are 1-2 cm long and 1-2 cm wide, have 5 petals and 5 sepals.
Fruit is small, black berries that contain numerous seeds. The berries are 1-2 cm in diameter, are edible and have a sweet taste.