false hellebore
The term 'false hellebore' refers to plants in the genus Veratrum, known for their toxic properties and broad, leafy stems. They are often confused with true hellebores due to similar toxic traits.
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Definition
C1Botany
(scientific, technical)A plant belonging to the genus Veratrum, especially Veratrum viride, characterized by its large leaves and greenish flowers.
Example
- The false hellebore is commonly found in wet, temperate regions.
C1Toxicology
(scientific, technical)A toxic plant native to North America, historically used in traditional medicine despite its poisonous nature.
Example
- False hellebore has been used in traditional remedies, but its toxicity makes it dangerous.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "false hellebore":
black helleborefalse lily of the valleyfalse pimpernelfalse stepblack snakerootpoison hemlock