Darling Pea (Noun)
Meaning
Either of two Australian plants of the genus Swainsona that are poisonous to sheep.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The farmer warned his workers to avoid the darling pea that was growing in the north field because it was toxic to the sheep.
- After conducting research, the botanist was able to identify the darling pea as the cause of the recent sheep deaths on the ranch.
- The darling pea is a common plant in the Australian outback, but its toxic properties pose a significant threat to local livestock.
- Veterinarians in the region have issued warnings about the dangers of the Darling pea, urging farmers to take precautions to protect their flocks.
- Despite its beautiful purple flowers, the Darling pea is a deadly plant that can be fatal to sheep if ingested in large quantities.