COLLINSONIA
\kˌɒlɪnsˈə͡ʊni͡ə], \kˌɒlɪnsˈəʊniə], \k_ˌɒ_l_ɪ_n_s_ˈəʊ_n_iə]\
Definitions of COLLINSONIA
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- 2011 - English Dictionary Database
- 1846 - Medical lexicon: a dictionary of medical science
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By Princeton University
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Labiatae. Called after Peter Collinson. This indigenous plant is possessed of diuretic properties, which seem to reside in a volatile oil. Infusion is the best form of administration. The leaves in domestic practice are applied to wounds and bruises.
By Robley Dunglison
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