jalap

Etymology 1
From the city of Xalapa in Mexico.

Alternative forms

 * jalop
 * jalop

Noun

 * 1) A cathartic drug consisting of the tuberous roots of, a convolvulaceous plant found in Mexico.

Derived terms

 * (from )

Translations

 * Tagalog: halapa

Etymology 2
Shortening of.

Noun

 * 1)  A jalapeño.