cancer root
The term "cancer root" refers to certain parasitic plants that lack chlorophyll and are found primarily in North America. These plants derive nutrients from the roots of host trees and are named for their tumor-like appearance.
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Definition
C1Botany
(technical)A parasitic plant that lacks chlorophyll and gets nutrients from the roots of other plants, often found in North America.
Example
- The cancer root is commonly found in the Appalachian region, feeding on the roots of trees.
C2Folk Medicine
(historical)A plant historically used in traditional remedies for its perceived medicinal properties, despite no scientific evidence supporting its effectiveness.
Example
- In olden times, people used cancer root in various folk remedies, believing it could treat tumors.
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