Physostigma Venenosum (Noun)
Meaning
Tropical African woody vine yielding calabar beans.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The toxic compounds present in the Physostigma venenosum have been a subject of research due to its potent paralyzing effect.
- The native people of tropical Africa have traditionally used the Physostigma venenosum plant for its potent toxic properties.
- Physostigma venenosum, also known as the calabar bean, has been historically used as an ordeal poison in trials by ordeal.
- Pharmaceutical companies have isolated the active compounds present in Physostigma venenosum to develop new medicines.
- In some regions, Physostigma venenosum is used in folk medicine for treating a range of health problems despite its high toxicity.