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genus aethusa

 

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Noun genus aethusa has 1 sense
  1. Aethusa, genus Aethusa - fool's parsley
    --1 is a kind of rosid dicot genus
    --1 is a member of
     Umbelliferae, family Umbelliferae, Apiaceae, family Apiaceae, carrot family
    --1 has members: fool's parsley, lesser hemlock, Aethusa cynapium

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Genus Aethusa

Definition

A genus in the plant family Apiaceae, comprising several species of toxic plants commonly known as fool's parsley. The plants are known for their small, white flowers and highly poisonous properties.

Senses

1. Noun: Genus Aethusa

A taxonomic category that includes the plants commonly known as fool's parsley.

Example: Genus Aethusa is well-known for its highly toxic plants.

2. Noun: Fool's parsley

A common name used to refer to the plants belonging to the genus Aethusa.

Example: Beware of fool's parsley as it contains poisonous substances.

3. Adjective: Aethusan

Relating to or characteristic of the genus Aethusa.

Example: The Aethusan plants have beautiful yet dangerous flowers.

4. Adjective: Aethusan

Local or specific to the genus Aethusa.

Example: The Aethusan vegetation is found predominantly in the northern regions.

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