Common Scurvy Grass (Noun)
Meaning
A widely distributed Arctic cress reputed to have value in treatment or prevention of scurvy; a concentrated source of vitamin C.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Inuit traditionally used common scurvy grass to treat scurvy due to its high vitamin C content.
- Common scurvy grass was a valuable resource for early Arctic explorers who relied on it to prevent scurvy during their expeditions.
- The plant's high concentration of vitamin C made common scurvy grass a crucial component in the treatment of scurvy in the 18th century.
- In some parts of the Arctic, common scurvy grass is still used today as a natural remedy for scurvy and other vitamin C deficiencies.
- The unique properties of common scurvy grass made it a highly sought-after plant among sailors and travelers in the Age of Exploration.