pilocarpus

/ˌpɪloʊˈkɑrpəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of flowering plants in the family Rutaceae, containing plants that produce fragrant resin.

“The pharmacologist studied the properties of pilocarpus for potential medicinal uses.”

Synonyms

  • jaborandi
  • pilocarpine

Antonyms

  • noxious weed
  • toxic plant