Definitions

1. noun

A plant of the genus Amyris, especially Amyris moniliformis, native to Central America and Mexico, or a similar plant.

“The horticulturist studied various species of hazelwort, including Amyris moniliformis.”

2. noun

In some contexts, a plant in the family Celastraceae, especially Euonymus europaea.

“The shrub was identified as a type of hazelwort, due to its distinctive fruit.”