English Explanatory Dictionary

hyperforin

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A prenylated phloroglucinol derivative produced by some members of the plant genus Hypericum, notably Hypericum perforatum (St John's wort).

Word forms

hyperforin hyperforins

Etymology

Shortening of Hypericum perforatum with -in.

Derived words

hyperforinate
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