Balsam Herb (Noun)
Meaning
Tansy-scented Eurasian perennial herb with buttonlike yellow flowers; used as potherb or salad green and sometimes for potpourri or tea or flavoring; sometimes placed in genus Chrysanthemum.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The balsam herb added a unique flavor to the salad that was both refreshing and intriguing.
- In the garden, the balsam herb grew alongside the tansy, its yellow flowers a bright and cheerful sight.
- The potpourri recipe called for a combination of dried flowers, including the balsam herb, to create a fragrant and colorful mix.
- The herbal tea blend included the balsam herb, which was said to have a calming effect on the mind and body.
- The chef used the balsam herb to add a subtle, slightly bitter flavor to the soup, which complemented the other ingredients perfectly.