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nux vomica tree

plant
Also known as: Strychnos nux-vomica, nuxvomica tree

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source of strychnine

  • In strychnine

    The nux vomica tree of India is the chief commercial source. Strychnine has a molecular formula of C21H22N2O2. It is practically insoluble in water and is soluble only with difficulty in alcohol and other common organic solvents. It has an exceptionally bitter taste.

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  • Strychnos
    In Strychnos

    …strychnine, from the seeds of Strychnos nux-vomica and other species; and curare, from the bark of S. toxifera and other species. A few species are valued locally for their sweet fruits, including Natal orange (S. spinosa) and S. unguacha.

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