Anisodus
Anisodus
Anisodus (pronunciation: an-ee-SO-dus) is a genus of flowering plants in the family Solanaceae. The genus is native to Asia, particularly in regions such as China and the Himalayas.
Etymology
The name Anisodus is derived from the Greek words 'anisos', meaning 'unequal', and 'odos', meaning 'tooth'. This refers to the unequal teeth of the plant's calyx.
Description
The Anisodus genus includes perennial herbs that are often shrubby. The leaves are alternate and the flowers are solitary with a five-lobed calyx and corolla. The fruit is a berry.
Species
There are several species within the Anisodus genus, including:
Related Terms
- Solanaceae: The plant family to which Anisodus belongs.
- Perennial: A type of plant that lives for more than two years.
- Calyx: The outermost part of a flower, typically green and leaf-like.
- Corolla: The petals of a flower, usually brightly colored.
- Berry: A type of fleshy fruit without a stone.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Anisodus
- Wikipedia's article - Anisodus
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