Anemonol

/əˈnɛməˌnɔl/ noun

Definition

A chemical compound derived from anemone plants, related to anemonin and potentially used in medicinal research.

Etymology

From anemone combined with -ol, a chemical suffix indicating a compound containing a hydroxyl group (OH), common in alcohols and phenolic compounds.

Kelly Says

Anemonol is what anemonin becomes when anemone leaves start to dry—it's like the plant's chemical defense system morphs into a different weapon, which is why dried anemone plants are less irritating than fresh ones.

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