datura
/də'tjuərə/
Definition
Noun: 1. A genus of poisonous plants: Datura refers to a genus of flowering plants in the nightshade family (Solanaceae), known for their large, trumpet-shaped flowers and spiny seed pods. All parts of these plants are toxic and contain potent alkaloids. 2. The plant itself: The word is also used to refer to any individual plant belonging to this genus.
Examples
- Noun:
- The white, fragrant flowers of the datura open at night.
- Several datura species are known for their hallucinogenic and medicinal properties, but they are extremely dangerous.
- Gardeners should handle datura with care due to its toxicity.
Advanced Usage
- "Datura stramonium": The scientific name for a common species known as jimsonweed or thorn apple.
- Datura stramonium is often found growing as a weed in disturbed soils.
Variants and Related Words
- Jimsonweed (n): A common name for .
- Thorn apple (n): Another common name for some datura species, referring to their spiny fruit.
- Angel's trumpet (n): A common name often used for closely related plants in the genus , which were once classified under .
Synonyms
- Thorn apple: A direct synonym for some species.
- Jimsonweed: A synonym specifically for .
- Nightshade (family): Refers to the broader plant family (Solanaceae) to which datura belongs.
Notes on Meaning
- The primary meaning is botanical, referring to the specific genus of plants. Its usage is almost exclusively in scientific, horticultural, or contexts discussing toxicology or ethnobotany. It is not a common word in everyday conversation.
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thorn apple
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