nux vomica

The nux vomica tree and fruit.

Meaning

Noun

  • The strychine tree, Strychnos nux-vomica, an evergreen tree found in southeastern Asia.
  • The fruit of Strychnos nux-vomica, which contains strychnine and brucine.
  • A preparation made from the fruit of Strychnos nux-vomica, traditionally used as a stimulant.

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Origin

  • From Latin nux and vomicus.

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