Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for swelling.
Ingredients: 250 g fresh leaves of Chirpotan (Solanum nigrum L.)
Preparation: Boil the plant in 2 L of water till half the amount of decoction remains and collect the filtrate.
Dosage/Application: Apply decoction over the affected area once daily for 5 days.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby places.
Suggested Reading(s):
Wang, Y., Xiang, L., Yi, X., & He, X. (2017). Potential anti-inflammatory steroidal saponins from the berries of
Solanum nigrum L.(European black nightshade).
Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 65(21), 4262-4272.
