Apocynaceous

/ˌæpəsɪˈneɪʃəs/ adjective

Definition

Belonging to or characteristic of the Apocynaceae plant family, typically having tubular flowers and milky juice.

Etymology

From Apocynaceae with the adjective suffix -ous, describing plants that share characteristics of the dogbane family.

Kelly Says

Apocynaceous plants almost all produce a white, poisonous latex—it's nature's chemical weapons factory, and it's gorgeous to look at!

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