dogbane Definition
- 1any of several North American plants of the genus Apocynum, of the dogbane family, having clusters of small pink or white flowers and a milky juice.
- 2a poisonous plant, Apocynum androsaemifolium, of the dogbane family, having clusters of small, pinkish-white flowers and a milky juice.
Using dogbane: Examples
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The dogbane plant is toxic to dogs and other animals.
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Dogbane is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
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The fibers from the dogbane plant were used by Native Americans to make cordage and clothing.
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Summary: dogbane in Brief
Dogbane [dawg-beyn] refers to several North American plants of the genus Apocynum, characterized by small pink or white flowers and a milky juice. One of these plants, Apocynum androsaemifolium, is poisonous and can be harmful to animals. Despite its toxicity, dogbane has been used in traditional medicine and by Native Americans for making cordage and clothing.
