agathosma
|a-ga-thos-ma|
C2
/ˌæɡəˈθɒzmə/
aromatic plant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agathosma' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'agathos' meaning 'good' and 'osme' meaning 'smell'.
Historical Evolution
'agathosma' was adopted into modern botanical Latin from Greek, maintaining its original meaning related to fragrance.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the pleasant smell of the plant, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of flowering plants in the family Rutaceae, native to South Africa, known for their aromatic leaves.
The agathosma plant is often used in traditional medicine for its aromatic properties.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/29 02:36