ligusticum

/ˌlɪɡʊsˈtɪkəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, native to Europe and western Asia.

“Ligusticum wallichii, also known as chuanxiong or Chinese angelica, is a plant in the genus ligusticum.”

2. adjective

Of or relating to the Ligusticum genus, especially in reference to the medicinal properties of its plants.

“Ligusticum-based herbal remedies have been used to treat various health conditions for centuries.”

Synonyms

  • angelica
  • licorice root

Antonyms

  • toxic plant