zygadenus

/zaɪˈɡædɪnəs/

Definitions

1. noun

a genus of poisonous plants in the family Melanthiaceae, native to North America

“The zygadenus in the forest is highly toxic and should be avoided.”

Synonyms

  • Melanthiaceae
  • toxic plants

Antonyms

  • edible plants
  • harmless vegetation