Hoary Plantain (Noun)
Meaning 1
North American annual or biennial with long soft hairs on the leaves.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The hoary plantain is a common weed found in lawns and gardens throughout North America.
- The long soft hairs on the leaves of the hoary plantain give it a distinctive appearance.
- In some areas, the hoary plantain is considered an invasive species due to its ability to outcompete native plants.
- The hoary plantain is often found growing in disturbed soil, such as along roadsides and construction sites.
- The leaves of the hoary plantain are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a green.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Widely distributed Old World perennial naturalized in North America having finely hairy leaves and inconspicuous white fragrant flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.