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Genus Ecballium (Noun)

Meaning

Exploding cucumber; squirting cucumber.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The genus Ecballium, commonly known as the exploding cucumber or squirting cucumber, is a type of plant that belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family.
  • Ecballium elaterium, a species within the genus Ecballium, is often referred to as the squirting cucumber due to its unique ability to expel seeds.
  • The genus Ecballium is characterized by its ability to explosively release seeds from its fruit, often reaching distances of several meters.
  • Ecballium elaterium, a member of the genus Ecballium, has been used in traditional medicine for various purposes, including as a diuretic and anti-inflammatory agent.
  • The unique seed dispersal mechanism of the genus Ecballium has fascinated botanists and naturalists for centuries, leading to extensive research on the subject.

Synonyms

  • Ecballium

Hypernyms

  • Dicot Genus
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