Genus Cicuta (Noun)
Meaning
Small genus of perennial herbs having deadly poisonous tuberous roots: water hemlock.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Cicuta maculata, also known as water hemlock, is a highly toxic plant species in the genus Cicuta that can be found in North America.
- The genus Cicuta includes a small group of perennial herbs with poisonous tuberous roots, often growing in wet environments.
- Species within the genus Cicuta have been responsible for several reported cases of poisoning in humans, highlighting their potential danger.
- Ingestion of even small amounts of the tuberous roots from the genus Cicuta can lead to severe symptoms and even death.
- Members of the genus Cicuta have historically been used for medicinal purposes, despite their high toxicity and potential for fatal overdose.