Genus Conium (Noun)
Meaning
Small genus of highly toxic biennials: hemlock.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Conium is known for producing some of the most toxic plants in the world, including the infamous poison hemlock.
- Conium is a small genus of highly toxic biennials that are native to Europe and western Asia.
- Plants in the genus Conium are often mistaken for non-toxic relatives, leading to accidental poisoning.
- Hemlock, a member of the genus Conium, has been used as a form of execution throughout history due to its potent toxicity.
- The genus Conium is often avoided by gardeners and landscapers due to the extreme danger posed by its toxic plants.