Butterbur (Noun)
Meaning
Small Eurasian herb having broad leaves and lilac-pink rayless flowers; found in moist areas.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Butterbur plants thrive in wet environments and can often be found near lakes or rivers.
- The lilac-pink flowers of the butterbur bloom in early spring and are noticeable despite being rayless.
- People moving along trails in moist areas commonly encounter the broad-leaved butterbur herb.
- As a plant with medicinal properties, butterbur has gained attention from botanists studying European flora.
- In many regions, wild butterbur blooms can be seen along riverbanks and streams where the soil stays moist.