Lesser Burdock (Noun)
Meaning
A plant that is ubiquitous in all but very acid soil; found in most of Europe and North Africa.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Lesser burdock is a common sight in many parts of the country, its large leaves and purple flowers making it a recognizable weed.
- The lesser burdock plant can grow up to three feet tall, with a large rosette of leaves at its base.
- In traditional medicine, the roots of the lesser burdock plant are used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever and rheumatism.
- Lesser burdock can be found growing in fields, along roadsides, and in waste areas, where its seeds can travel far and wide.
- The edible roots of the lesser burdock plant can be boiled or roasted and eaten as a vegetable, similar to sunchokes or parsnips.