phytin

/ˈfaɪtɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A phytoin is a type of plant toxin, particularly in the genus Ricinus. It is a toxic compound found in the seeds of the castor oil plant.

“The hospital warned patients not to eat any food that may have come into contact with the castor oil plant, as it contained toxic phytoins.”

Synonyms

  • phytotoxin
  • plant toxin

Antonyms

  • plant alkaloid