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Amianthum

Amianthum

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A North American plant with white flowers that is poisonous
  • noun
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  • The fly poison plant, or Amianthum, grows in open woodlands across eastern North America.

Examples

  • Some botanists currently place Amianthum in the family Melanthiaceae rather than Liliaceae.

  • Amianthum is notable for its toxic properties and attractive white flowers.

  • The Amianthum plant is known for its beautiful flowers.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Amianthum for its unique appearance.

  • The fly poison plant, or Amianthum, grows in open woodlands across eastern North America.

  • Amianthum is notable for its toxic properties and attractive white flowers.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Amianthum for its unique appearance.

Synonyms

fly poison
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  • Specialized
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A poisonous plant with bulbs that people once used to kill flies

is a whole genus classified in the lily family rather than a single species

Surface Forms

Amianthum singular
Amianthums plural

Etymology

Amianthum comes from the Greek amiantos, meaning 'undefiled' or 'pure'. The plant's bright white flowers look 'pure' even though the plant is poisonous, so the name helps you remember its clean white look and its danger.