Creeping Wood Sorrel (Noun)
Meaning
Creeping much-branched mat-forming weed; cosmopolitan.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The creeping wood sorrel can form dense mats in moist areas, choking out other plant species.
- The gardener struggled to eradicate the creeping wood sorrel that had taken over her flowerbed.
- In many regions, creeping wood sorrel is considered an invasive weed due to its rapid growth and ability to outcompete native species.
- Creeping wood sorrel has edible leaves and stems, but its high oxalic acid content means it should be consumed in moderation.
- The cosmopolitan distribution of creeping wood sorrel is likely due to its ability to thrive in a wide range of environments and its small seeds that can be easily transported.