genus aethusa (Meaning)

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genus aethusa (n)

fool's parsley

Synonyms & Antonyms of genus aethusa

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genus aethusa Sentence Examples

  1. The genus Aethusa of the family Apiaceae consists of approximately six species of annual or biennial herbs.
  2. Aethusa cynapium, commonly known as fool's parsley, is a highly poisonous member of the genus Aethusa.
  3. Aethusa cynapium contains a group of compounds called oenanthotoxins, which are responsible for its toxic effects.
  4. The genus Aethusa is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.
  5. Aethusa seeds are often confused with seeds of parsley, which can lead to accidental poisoning.
  6. The roots of Aethusa cynapium have been used traditionally in herbal medicine, but their use is discouraged due to its toxicity.
  7. The genus Aethusa is closely related to the genus Conium, which includes the highly poisonous plant hemlock.
  8. Aethusa species are characterized by their white or greenish flowers arranged in umbels.
  9. The leaves of Aethusa are typically divided into narrow segments.
  10. The fruits of Aethusa are small, dry mericarps.

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fool's parsley

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The genus Aethusa of the family Apiaceae consists of approximately six species of annual or biennial herbs.

Aethusa cynapium, commonly known as fool's parsley, is a highly poisonous member of the genus Aethusa.

Aethusa cynapium contains a group of compounds called oenanthotoxins, which are responsible for its toxic effects.

The genus Aethusa is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.