apsinthion

/æpsɪnˈθiɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of ancient Greek thistle, and the source of the medicinal plant wormwood, from which the bitter-tasting essential oil thujone is derived.

“The ancient herbalists were known for their use of apsinthion in various medicinal remedies.”

Synonyms

  • thujone
  • wormwood

Antonyms

  • sweet herb