What are the Uses and Health Benefits of Makoy (Solanum nigrum)? The scientific name of Makoy is Solanum nigrum. The other name is Black Night Shade. It has characteristic features like it is the small, erect, soft and delicate herb of Ayurveda with smooth and soft branches and stems. Makoy has many medical benefits like- analgesic, reduces pain and inflammation, expectorant, sedative by nature, and diaphoretic properties. Makoy herb also manages the skin problems like burns, itching, and pain etc.