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bittersweet nightshade

noun
A poisonous climbing or trailing plant (Solanum dulcamara) native to Eurasia and a widespread weed in North America, having violet flowers with recurved corolla lobes and red berries. Also called bittersweet, deadly nightshade.

Origin:

Origin: After its roots, which are said to taste bitter, then sweet when chewed

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