Solanum torvum Common names: Turkey Berry, susumber, Bhurat, Bhankatiya etc. - Solanaceae , is found throughout the world’s tropical regions, although it is native to Central America.

Solanum torvum (Common names: Turkey Berry, susumber, Bhurat, Bhankatiya etc.) - Solanaceae , is found throughout the world’s tropical regions, although it is native to Central America. The young fruits are edible after cooking. Whole plant is used as sedative, diuretic and stomachic. Fruit decoction is used to cure cough; useful in liver and spleen enlargement. Pounded roots are applied in cracks in the feet. 

- Surendra Parihar

Ex.Professor & Head

Deptt.of Seed Science & Technology,

IARI,Pusa,New Delhi-110012