rhubarb

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-007436",
  "term": "rhubarb",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "The root of this plant has been used in some cultures to treat certain medical problems. It may have anti-inflammatory and anticancer effects. The scientific name is Rheum palmatum or Rheum officinale. Also called Chinese rhubarb, da-huang, Indian rhubarb, and Turkish rhubarb.",
  "synonyms": [
    "Chinese rhubarb",
    "da-huang",
    "Indian rhubarb",
    "Turkish rhubarb"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/rhubarb/"
}