rauwolfia

/ˌroʊwɒlˈfiːə/

Definitions

1. noun

a plant of the genus Rauvolfia, especially Rauvolfia serpentina, which is used in medicine for its antihypertensive properties.

“The doctor recommended rauvolfia to lower her patient’s blood pressure.”

Synonyms

  • rauvolfia
  • serpentina

Antonyms

  • vasodilator