genus conium (Meaning)

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genus conium (n)

small genus of highly toxic biennials: hemlock

Synonyms & Antonyms of genus conium

No Synonyms and anytonyms found

genus conium Sentence Examples

  1. **Genus Conium** includes highly poisonous species such as hemlock (Conium maculatum).
  2. The genus is characterized by its hairless stems, compound leaves, and distinctive umbels.
  3. **Genus Conium** is primarily distributed in temperate regions of Europe, North Africa, and Asia.
  4. Hemlock, the most well-known species, has been used historically as an execution agent due to its potent neurotoxin.
  5. The entire plant of **genus Conium** contains coniine, a highly toxic alkaloid.
  6. Ingestion of **genus Conium** can lead to paralysis, respiratory failure, and even death.
  7. The genus is often confused with parsley (Petroselinum crispum), leading to accidental poisonings.
  8. Distinguishing between **genus Conium** and other plants is crucial to avoid harmful consequences.
  9. The presence of **genus Conium** in pastures poses a threat to livestock.
  10. Research on **genus Conium** continues to explore its potential uses in medicine and its toxicity.

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small genus of highly toxic biennials: hemlock

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

**Genus Conium** includes highly poisonous species such as hemlock (Conium maculatum).

The genus is characterized by its hairless stems, compound leaves, and distinctive umbels.

**Genus Conium** is primarily distributed in temperate regions of Europe, North Africa, and Asia.

Hemlock, the most well-known species, has been used historically as an execution agent due to its potent neurotoxin.