Leopard's-bane (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several herbs of the genus Doronicum having alternate often clasping stem leaves cultivated for their long stalks of yellow flower heads.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The leopard's-bane, with its bright yellow petals, was a showy addition to the garden border.
- Doronicum, commonly known as leopard's-bane, is a perennial plant that grows in well-drained soil and full sun.
- Leopard's-bane is often grown in European gardens, where its flowers are valued for their long-lasting blooms.
- The leaves of leopard's-bane have a slightly bitter taste, and were traditionally used in herbal remedies.
- Leopard's-bane is a member of the sunflower family, Asteraceae, and is native to the mountainous regions of Europe and Asia.