Actaea

/ækˈteɪə/ noun

A genus of poisonous plants also known as baneberry, characterized by white or red berries and feathery leaves.

From Greek 'aktaia,' originally the name of a plant mentioned in ancient texts, possibly meaning 'coastal plant' or 'seaside dweller.'

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