frangula

/ˈfræŋɡjuːlə/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of flowering plants in the family Rhamnaceae.

“The medicinal properties of Frangula alnus have been studied extensively.”

2. noun

A plant of the genus Frangula, especially Frangula alnus or Frangula purshiana.

“The leaves of the frangula plant are used in herbal medicine.”

Synonyms

  • alder buckthorn
  • coffin tree

Antonyms

  • none