Genus Lythrum (Noun)
Meaning
Loosestrife.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Lythrum salicaria, or purple loosestrife, is a perennial herb that belongs to the genus Lythrum.
- Loosestrife is a flowering plant of the genus Lythrum that commonly grows in wetlands and along rivers.
- The genus Lythrum is often associated with invasive species, such as purple loosestrife that causes ecological damage.
- Purple loosestrife, which belongs to the genus Lythrum, produces tiny, fragrant flowers in a range of colors.
- Several plant species in the genus Lythrum, including purple loosestrife, are being researched to determine their medicinal properties.