Culvers Root (Noun)
Meaning
A tall perennial herb having spikes of small white or purple flowers; common in eastern North America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Culver's root grew in abundance in the eastern part of the forest, its spikes of purple flowers standing out against the lush green underbrush.
- The botanical garden featured a special section dedicated to native North American plants, including Culver's root.
- The herbalist harvested the Culver's root that grew wild in the meadow, using it to make medicinal teas.
- As she walked through the woods, Sarah noticed a cluster of Culver's root growing near the stream, its delicate white flowers swaying in the breeze.
- In late summer, the fields and meadows of eastern North America were ablaze with color, including the purple spikes of Culver's root that grew amidst the tall grasses.