Podophyllum resin
Podophyllum Resin
Podophyllum resin (pronunciation: /ˌpɒdəˈfaɪləm ˈrɛzɪn/), also known as Podophyllin, is a resinous substance obtained from the roots of the Podophyllum peltatum and Podophyllum hexandrum plants.
Etymology
The term "Podophyllum" is derived from the Greek words "pous" or "podos" meaning foot, and "phyllon" meaning leaf. This refers to the shape of the plant's leaves, which resemble a foot. The term "resin" comes from the Latin "resina", which refers to the sticky organic substance secreted by certain plants and trees.
Usage
Podophyllum resin is primarily used in medicine for its purgative, antiviral, and antitumor properties. It is commonly used in the treatment of warts, skin lesions, and certain types of cancer.
Related Terms
- Podophyllotoxin: An active compound found in Podophyllum resin, used in the treatment of certain types of cancer and skin conditions.
- Podophyllum peltatum: Also known as American mandrake or mayapple, this is one of the plants from which Podophyllum resin is derived.
- Podophyllum hexandrum: Also known as Himalayan mayapple, this is another plant from which Podophyllum resin is derived.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Podophyllum resin
- Wikipedia's article - Podophyllum resin
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