Argemone (Noun)
Meaning
Any plant of the genus Argemone having large white or yellow flowers and prickly leaves and stems and pods; chiefly of tropical America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The fields surrounding our village were often overgrown with argemone, its bright yellow flowers a sight to behold.
- In the warmer climates of tropical America, argemone can be seen covering vast areas with its sprawling stems and thorny leaves.
- The traditional herbal remedies made by my grandmother often utilized various parts of the argemone plant.
- After a refreshing spring shower, the prairie would transform into a vibrant tapestry of colors, argemone flowers standing out amidst the lush greenery.
- Local farmers struggled to remove argemone, as the plant's deep roots made it difficult to eradicate.