Journal articles Open Access Sugar Content and Physical Characterization of Four Selected African Nightshade (Solanum nigrum) Edible Berries E.H. Kamau · G.M. Kenji · J.M. Mathara Fruits constitute a major part of the diet in many parts of the world, highly recommended for the nutritional value derived from them. Fruit maturity is an important determinant of the quality as it affects the appearance, an aspect of qua… RUF-38380 2020 CC BY 4.0 16 Jul 2020
Journal articles Open Access Characterization of the Chemical and Phytochemical Profiles during Fruit Development and Ripening in Selected Cultivars of African Nightshade (Solanum Nigrum Complex) Edible Berries E.H. Kamau · G.M. Kenji · J.M. Mathara Solanum nigrum complex is a green, indigenous leafy vegetable that grows in many parts of the world and its utilization can deliver more nutrients and phytochemicals into the diet. Even though it can help in alleviating the burden of hidde… RUF-38353 2020 CC BY 4.0 11 Jul 2020
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Effects of intercropping arrangements and fertilizer application on growth and yield of African nightshade (Solanumnigrum L.) in Kisii County, Kenya The study evaluated effects of intercropping arrangements and fertilizer combinations on growth and yields of Solanum nigrum L., soil nutrient balances and gross margins. The study was carried out at Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Resear… RUF-37681 CC BY 4.0 11 Jul 2018
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Effects of water stress on antioxidant activity and phenolic contents of African nightshades and their distribution in Kisii and Siaya counties of Kenya Peter Okello Odhiambo Drought is a major abiotic factor limiting crop productivity in many regions of the world. It causes reduction in plant growth, dry matter accumulation and decline in plant water status of the plants and in certain cases interferes with bi… RUF-34879 2015 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2015
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Effects of phosphorus deficiency on secondary metabolites and distribution of African nightshade in Siaya and Kisii counties, Kenya J. Ogembo Oyaro African Indigenous Vegetables form an integral part of the Kenyan diets, among the most commonly consumed being the African nightshade. These vegetables contain important phenolics that have medicinal values and good health attributes. The… RUF-34701 2015 CC BY 4.0 10 Sep 2015
