asarum

/ˈæsərəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of flowering plants in the family Aristolochiaceae.

“The asarum plant is native to East Asia and is often used in traditional medicine.”

2. genus

A taxonomic rank used in the biological classification of organisms.

“Asarum is a genus of perennials that are commonly found in woodland environments.”

Synonyms

  • Aristolochiaceae
  • birthwort

Antonyms

  • none