Aristolochiaceae (Noun)
Meaning
Family of birthworts (including wild ginger).
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Aristolochiaceae family of plants, commonly known as birthworts, includes over 400 species of flowering plants, many of which are used in traditional medicine.
- Aristolochiaceae is a family of flowering plants that includes the wild ginger, a plant native to North America and commonly used in herbal remedies.
- The Aristolochiaceae family is characterized by its unique, heart-shaped flowers and is often found in tropical and subtropical regions around the world.
- Some species of Aristolochiaceae, such as the Dutchman's pipe, have been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
- The Aristolochiaceae family is also known for its toxic compounds, which have been used in some cultures to poison fish and other small animals.