Nieswurz

Definitions of Nieswurz
  1. noun
    any plant of the Eurasian genus Helleborus
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    types:
    Stinkende Nieswurz
    digitate-leaved hellebore with an offensive odor and irritant qualities when taken internally
    Grüne Nieswurz
    deciduous plant with large deep green pedate leaves and nodding saucer-shaped green flowers
    type of:
    Giftpflanze
    a plant that when touched or ingested in sufficient quantity can be harmful or fatal to an organism
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