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Definition of Convallaria
1. Noun. Sometimes placed in family Convallariaceae: lily of the valley.
Exact synonyms: Genus Convallaria
Generic synonyms: Liliid Monocot Genus
Group relationships: Family Liliaceae, Liliaceae, Lily Family
Member holonyms: Convallaria Majalis, Lily Of The Valley, May Lily
Generic synonyms: Liliid Monocot Genus
Group relationships: Family Liliaceae, Liliaceae, Lily Family
Member holonyms: Convallaria Majalis, Lily Of The Valley, May Lily
Definition of Convallaria
1. n. The lily of the valley.
Medical Definition of Convallaria
1. The flower, rhizome, and roots of Convallaria majalis (family Liliaceae), lily of the valley; they contain glycosides with digitalis-like action (e.g., convallatoxin). Origin: L. Convallis, an enclosed valley (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Convallaria
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