イヌホオズキいぬほおずきじ字FuriganaMeanings1nounblack nightshade (Solanum nigrum)usually written using kana aloneA common weedy plant with small white flowers and black berries; often found in disturbed areas. The name literally means 'dog ground cherry', contrasting with the edible ホオズキ.道みち端ばたにイヌホオズキが生はえていた。