Hedeoma Pulegioides (Noun)
Meaning
Erect hairy branching American herb having purple-blue flowers; yields an essential oil used as an insect repellent and sometimes in folk medicine.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Hedeoma pulegioides is commonly known as American pennyroyal and is often used by herbalists to treat indigestion and other stomach issues.
- The essential oils extracted from the leaves and flowers of Hedeoma pulegioides are used as an insect repellent in many organic products.
- In traditional medicine, Hedeoma pulegioides is used to relieve colds and coughs due to its expectorant properties.
- The leaves of Hedeoma pulegioides emit a strong minty fragrance that is often used to make teas and flavorings.
- Hedeoma pulegioides has been traditionally used by herbalists to treat headaches, fever and menstrual cramps.