Alisma Plantago-aquatica (Noun)
Meaning
Marsh plant having clusters of small white or pinkish flowers and broad pointed or rounded leaves.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Alisma plantago-aquatica, commonly found in wetlands, produces clusters of small white or pinkish flowers in the summer months.
- Alisma plantago-aquatica thrives in shallow water and is often seen in marshy areas along the edges of lakes and rivers.
- In some parts of Europe, Alisma plantago-aquatica is considered an invasive species due to its ability to quickly colonize new areas.
- The broad, pointed leaves of the Alisma plantago-aquatica are often mistaken for those of other aquatic plants, but its distinctive flowers set it apart.
- In traditional medicine, the roots of the Alisma plantago-aquatica have been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever and rheumatism.