iridomyrmecin means A defensive chemical, classified as an iridoid, isolated from ants of the genus Iridomyrmex, and found in certain plants including Actinidia polygama. Lexicurio rates it Rare gem — a strength score of 82 out of 100.
Etymology
Iridomyrmex + -in
noun
- A defensive chemical, classified as an iridoid, isolated from ants of the genus Iridomyrmex, and found in certain plants including Actinidia polygama.