ailanthone
|ai-lan-thone|
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/aɪˈlænθoʊn/
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/aɪˈlænθəʊn/
chemical compound from tree of heaven
Etymology
'ailanthone' originates from the genus name 'Ailanthus', specifically from the tree 'Ailanthus altissima', where 'Ailanthus' is derived from the Ambonese word 'ailanto', meaning 'tree of heaven'.
The term 'ailanthone' was coined in the 20th century to describe the chemical compound isolated from the 'Ailanthus' tree.
Initially, it referred to the compound isolated from the tree, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
ailanthone is a quassinoid compound found in the tree of heaven (Ailanthus altissima) known for its potential medicinal properties.
Researchers are studying ailanthone for its potential anti-cancer properties.
Last updated: 2025/06/22 02:09