Fast-growing; a weed in many places. When green the berries are POISONOUS; when black they are edible and tasty - one can still find nightshade berry pie and jam recipes. The amount of toxic principles in this plant varies widely according to cultivation, soil, and from plant to plant so extreme caution must be used. The leaves are used to treat fevers, asthma, as an anti-inflammatory, sedative and painkiller. Packet(Standard): $3.50