Definitions

1. noun

A toxic, colorless, crystalline glucoside found in the unripe fruit, green leaves, and tubers of the potato plant.

“The high levels of solanine in the potatoes made them inedible for the family.”

2. noun

The toxic compound responsible for the bitter taste of some nightshade plants.

“The solanine in the eggplant made it unpalatable to the chef.”