Gumweed (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various western American plants of the genus Grindelia having resinous leaves and stems formerly used medicinally; often poisonous to livestock.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The rancher warned his livestock against grazing on the gumweed that grew in the nearby pasture.
- Gumweed was traditionally used by Native American tribes to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions and respiratory issues.
- The botanist carefully collected a sample of the gumweed plant, taking care not to touch its sticky leaves.
- In some parts of the American West, gumweed is considered a nuisance weed due to its toxicity to livestock.
- The herbalist recommended a tea made from gumweed to help soothe her patient's sore throat.