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apocynum
 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun apocynum has 1 sense
  1. Apocynum, genus Apocynum - perennial herbs with small pink or white flowers
    --1 is a kind of dicot genus, magnoliopsid genus
    --1 is a member of Apocynaceae, family Apocynaceae, dogbane family
    --1 has members: dogbane

Definitions from the Web

Apocynum

Definition

Apocynum is a genus of herbaceous perennial plants belonging to the family Apocynaceae, commonly known as dogbane. These plants are known for their milky sap and opposite leaves.

Parts of Speech

  • Noun: apocynum, apocynums

Senses

  1. A plant genus of the family Apocynaceae, known as dogbane.

Usages

Popular Usage

Apocynum is often used in traditional medicine due to its potential therapeutic properties.

Local Usage

In some local regions, apocynum is used as a natural fiber source for making ropes and cords.

Sample Sentences

  1. The apocynum plant is native to North America.
  2. Due to its toxicity, apocynum should be handled with caution.
  3. He harvested the apocynum plants to extract the milky sap.
  4. Local craftsmen use apocynum fibers to create durable ropes.

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