genus symphytum (Meaning)

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genus symphytum (n)

comfrey

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The genus Symphytum, commonly known as comfrey, belongs to the family Boraginaceae.
Symphytum officinale, also called common comfrey or knitbone, is the most widely recognized species within the genus Symphytum.
The genus Symphytum has historically been used for its medicinal properties, particularly in treating wounds and inflammation.
Several species within the genus Symphytum are considered invasive in some areas due to their rapid growth and ability to spread.
Symphytum grandiflorum, with its showy purple flowers, is popular for ornamental purposes in gardens.
The botanical name Symphytum is derived from the Greek word "symphyo," meaning "to unite," referring to the healing properties associated with the genus.
The genus Symphytum includes perennial herbaceous plants that typically have large, hairy leaves and bell-shaped flowers.
Some species of Symphytum, such as Symphytum x uplandicum, are known for their cultivation as a green manure or soil amendment.
The presence of pyrrolizidine alkaloids in some Symphytum species has led to concerns about liver toxicity, limiting their use for medicinal purposes.
Research continues to explore the therapeutic potential and potential risks of different species within the genus Symphytum, aiming to balance their traditional uses with modern safety considerations.

comfrey

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The genus Symphytum, commonly known as comfrey, belongs to the family Boraginaceae.

Symphytum officinale, also called common comfrey or knitbone, is the most widely recognized species within the genus Symphytum.

The genus Symphytum has historically been used for its medicinal properties, particularly in treating wounds and inflammation.

Several species within the genus Symphytum are considered invasive in some areas due to their rapid growth and ability to spread.