Xan`tho*puc"cine (?), n. [Xantho- + puccoon + -ine.] (Chem.)

One of three alkaloids found in the root of the yellow puccoon (Hydrastis Canadensis). It is a yellow crystalline substance, and resembles berberine.

 

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