Bristly Oxtongue (Noun)
Meaning
Widespread European weed with spiny tongue-shaped leaves and yellow flowers; naturalized in United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The field was overrun with bristly oxtongue, its spiny leaves making it difficult to walk through.
- Bristly oxtongue is a common sight in many parts of Europe, where it grows in fields and along roadsides.
- The naturalized bristly oxtongue in the United States has become a nuisance for many gardeners, who struggle to eradicate it.
- In the summer, the bright yellow flowers of the bristly oxtongue add a splash of color to the otherwise dull landscape.
- The spiny leaves of the bristly oxtongue make it unpalatable to most grazing animals, allowing it to spread quickly in pastures.