Cynanchum
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Cynanchum is a genus of about 300 species including the Swallow-worts, belonging to the family Apocyanaceae. The taxon name comes from Greek kynos (meaning "dog") and anchien ("to choke"), referring to the toxicity of these plants. Most species are all non succulent climbers or twiners.
Distribution
These species are found worldwide in the Tropics and Subtropics. Several species also grow in temperate regions.Use
The root of Cynanchum atratum is used in Chinese traditional medicine and called Bai wei.External sources
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