aconitis

Example:The botanist was studying the genus aconitum to understand the properties of its genus better.

Definition:A genus of perennial herbs and subshrubs in the family Ranunculaceae, found primarily in the northern hemisphere, commonly known as monkshood or wolfsbane due to its toxic nature

Example:In medieval times, they would use wolfbane to make sure their arrows killed effectively and swiftly from a distance.

Definition:A common name for plants of the genus Aconitum, known for its historical use in hunting to poison the tips of hunting arrows