Genus Oenanthe (Noun)
Meaning 1
Poisonous herbs: water dropworts.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Oenanthe includes several species of water dropworts, which are highly poisonous herbs that can be fatal if ingested.
- Water hemlock, a member of the genus Oenanthe, is often considered one of the most toxic plants in North America.
- Members of the genus Oenanthe, such as water dropwort, contain a toxin called cicutoxin that can cause seizures and respiratory failure.
- The genus Oenanthe comprises several aquatic plants, including the highly poisonous water dropwort, which can be mistaken for edible plants.
- Plants in the genus Oenanthe, like water dropwort, have been responsible for numerous cases of accidental poisoning due to their resemblance to harmless aquatic plants.