felonweed

/ˈfɛlənˌwiːd/

Definitions

1. noun

A North American plant of the genus Heliotropium, whose leaves are used as a substitute for opium.

“The herbalist used felonweed to create a natural painkiller.”

2. noun

Any plant of the genus Heliotropium.

“The botanist identified the felonweed as a species of Heliotropium.”

Synonyms

  • heliotrope
  • opiumweed

Antonyms

  • opioid-repellent