hordenine

/hɔrdəˈniːn/

Definitions

1. noun

A phenylethylamine alkaloid found in plants of the Apocynaceae family, particularly in the genus Aspidosperma.

“The hordenine in the plant has been used in traditional medicine for its stimulating properties.”

Synonyms

  • aspidosperma
  • phenylethylamine alkaloid

Antonyms

  • anxiolytic
  • sedative