Circaea

Translingual

Etymology

From Ancient Greek Κίρκη (Kírkē, Circe), the mythical enchantress who used the plant in her magic.

Proper noun

Circaea f

  1. A taxonomic genus within the family Onagraceae – 7-10 species of flowering plants, most commonly known as enchanter's nightshades.

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Descendants

  • French: circée

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