False Hellebore (Noun)
Meaning
Perennial herbs of the lily family having thick toxic rhizomes.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The false hellebore is a perennial herb that is often found growing in woodland areas.
- The toxic rhizomes of the false hellebore make it a plant that should be handled with care.
- False hellebore is a common name for the plant Veratrum viride, which is a member of the lily family.
- The false hellebore has thick, fleshy rhizomes that store toxic compounds that can be poisonous to humans and animals.
- In some parts of North America, the false hellebore is considered an invasive species due to its ability to outcompete native plants.