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American Watercress (Noun)

Meaning 1

Mat-forming perennial found in cold springs of the eastern United States.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • American watercress is a mat-forming perennial commonly found in cold springs of the eastern United States.
  • The botanist spent years studying the unique characteristics of American watercress in its natural habitat.
  • In the Appalachian region, American watercress thrives in areas with constant water flow and cool temperatures.
  • This mat-forming perennial, also known as American watercress, is often used in salad recipes due to its peppery taste.
  • During springtime hikes, many nature enthusiasts look forward to spotting American watercress growing in eastern US cold springs.

Synonyms

  • Cardamine Rotundifolia
  • Mountain Watercress

Meaning 2

Of southwestern Europe; cultivated in Florida.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The plant, known as American watercress, was commonly used in traditional southwestern European dishes, long before its widespread cultivation in Florida.
  • A walk through the Floridian countryside revealed lush patches of American watercress thriving near shallow streams and lakes.
  • To ensure optimal flavor and crunch, American watercress was best picked early in the morning and added fresh to the southwestern European-inspired salad.
  • Despite originating in a cooler climate, American watercress flourished under Florida's sunny skies when properly tended.
  • For this authentic southwestern European soup recipe, use generous handfuls of freshly chopped American watercress for a zesty twist, often achieved with cultivated crops in Florida.

Synonyms

  • Barbarea Verna
  • Belle Isle Cress
  • Barbarea Praecox
  • Land Cress
  • Early Winter Cress
  • American Cress

Hypernyms

  • Winter Cress
  • St. Barbara's Herb
  • Scurvy Grass
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