alchornea
|al-chor-nea|
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/ælˈkɔːrniə/
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/ælˈkɔːniə/
tropical plant genus
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alchornea' originates from the name of the French botanist Stanislas Alchorne, who contributed to the study of this plant genus.
Historical Evolution
The genus name 'alchornea' was established in the 19th century to honor Stanislas Alchorne.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to the genus of plants, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of tropical shrubs and trees in the family Euphorbiaceae, native to Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
The alchornea plant is often used in traditional medicine.
Last updated: 2025/06/15 16:21