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Solanum elaeagnifolium
The fruits are yellow to brownish, juicy berries, ½ inch in diameter. Seeds are flat, brown and 1/10 to 1/5 inch long. Most parts of the plants, especially the green parts and unripe fruit, are poisonous to humans (although not necessarily to other animals). The Pima Indians used the berries as a vegetable rennet to make cheese.
In the prairie beside the Bluestem Trail at the Heard Natural Science Museim & Wildlife Sanctuary, in McKinney Texas.
The Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, in McKinney Texas, is the result of Bessie Heard’s vision for the future and her commitment to the community and North Texas. Founded in 1967, the Heard consists of a 289 acre wildlife sanctuary and a natural science museum for the primary purpose of educating children about nature. The Heard exists to bring nature and people together to discover, enjoy, experience, restore, and preserve our priceless environment. In keeping with Miss Heard’s vision, the Heard’s purpose is threefold: education, conservation, and preservation. Through education, particularly for young people, the Heard emphasizes an appreciation of nature and its conservation. http://www.heardmuseum.org/index.asp
Spotted on Oct 11, 2013
Submitted on Oct 14, 2013
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unusual color for night shade.