cocculus indicus Meaning, Definition & Usage

Coc"cu*lus In"di*cus noun

Etymology

NL. cocculus (dim. of L. coccum kermes berry) + L. Indicus of India.

Definitions

1. (Bot.) The fruit or berry of the Anamirta Cocculus, a climbing plant of the East Indies. It is a poisonous narcotic and stimulant.