khiên ngưu

Rễ của cây khiên ngưu được dùng làm thuốc nhuận tràng.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • Jalap: A plant (Ipomoea purga) native to Mexico, known for its medicinal root which is used as a purgative or laxative. The term "khiên ngưu" is a historical or botanical Vietnamese name for this plant.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Rễ của cây khiên ngưu được dùng làm thuốc nhuận tràng. (The root of the jalap plant is used as a laxative medicine.)
  • Khiên ngưu là một loại dây leo có hoa. (Jalap is a type of flowering vine.)

Advanced Usage

• This term is highly specialized and is primarily used in historical, traditional medicine, or botanical contexts. It is not common in everyday modern Vietnamese.

Variants and Related Words

• Cây khiên ngưu: The jalap plant.
• Rễ khiên ngưu: Jalap root.

Synonyms

• Jalap: The direct English equivalent.
• Ipomoea purga: The scientific botanical name.

Notes on Meaning

• "Khiên ngưu" refers specifically to the medicinal plant . It is not a general term. Do not confuse it with other plants or substances.