Strophanthus

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See also: strophanthus

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Etymology

(This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.) Ancient Greek [Term?] (twisted band) + Ancient Greek [Term?] (flower)

Proper noun

Strophanthus m

  1. A taxonomic genus within the family Apocynaceae – plants found in Africa and in tropical and subtropical Asia that produce toxic alkaloids and cardiac glycosides.

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