cowhage

/ˈkaʊɪdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant of the genus Muelleriophorbea, with spiny leaves, found in tropical Australia and New Guinea.

“The indigenous people used cowhage as a traditional remedy for various ailments.”

2. noun

A prickly or spiny herb of the genus Muelleriophorbea, used in traditional medicine.

“The plant-based remedy, cowhage, was used by local healers to soothe skin irritations.”

Synonyms

  • Muelleriophorbea
  • plant

Antonyms

  • harmful
  • poisonous