emodin
English
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Etymology
From Lua error in Module:taxlink at line 68: Parameter "noshow" is not used by this template. ("Himalayan rhubarb) (possibly = Lua error in Module:taxlink at line 68: Parameter "noshow" is not used by this template.) + -in.
Noun
emodin (countable and uncountable, plural emodins)
- (organic chemistry) A purgative resin, 6-methyl-1,3,8-trihydroxyanthraquinone, obtained from some rhubarbs and other plants.