xylorcinol

/zaɪˈlɔːrsɪnɒl/

Definitions

1. noun

A compound found in the essential oil of the sage plant, with a potential role in plant defense mechanisms.

“Research has identified xylorcinol as a key component in the plant’s natural defense system.”

Synonyms

  • xylarinol
  • xylorcinone

Antonyms

  • plant toxin