Definition of Ilicin. Meaning of Ilicin. Synonyms of Ilicin

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Definition of Ilicin

Ilicin
Ilicin Il"i*cin, n. (Chem.) The bitter principle of the holly.

Meaning of Ilicin from wikipedia

- around October or November; at this time they are very bitter due to the ilicin content and so are rarely eaten until late winter after frost has made them...
- quercetin, quinic acid, kaempferol, tannins, rutin, caffeine, theobromine, and ilicin. Holly berries can cause vomiting and diarrhea. They are especially dangerous...