Zigadene (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various plants of the genus Zigadenus having glaucous leaves and terminal racemes of mostly white flowers; all are poisonous.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The hikers were warned not to touch the zigadenus plants they found along the trail due to their toxic properties.
- Zigadenus is often mistaken for a harmless wildflower, but its beauty belies its poisonous nature.
- In the mountain meadows, zigadenus blooms in late spring, its white flowers swaying gently in the breeze.
- The park ranger cautioned visitors to avoid ingesting any parts of the zigadenus plant, as it can be fatal.
- The zigadenus plant's glaucous leaves and white flowers make it a striking addition to the forest landscape, but it demands respect due to its toxicity.