Cuscohygrin

/ˌkʌskoʊˈhaɪɡrɪn/ noun

Definition

A poisonous alkaloid compound found in coca plants and related to tropane alkaloids.

Etymology

From the genus name 'Cuscohygra' combined with the '-in' suffix used for chemical compounds; the plant name likely comes from Quechua or indigenous Andean language origins referring to coca-like plants.

Kelly Says

Cuscohygrin is one of the lesser-known alkaloids in coca leaves alongside the famous cocaine—scientists study it to understand how plants evolved multiple poison-defense chemicals!

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