Serratula Tinctoria (Noun)
Meaning
European perennial whose serrate leaves yield a yellow dye.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The serratula tinctoria, also known as the dyer's plume or saw-wort, has been used for centuries in traditional European textile production.
- Serratula tinctoria is a European perennial whose serrate leaves yield a yellow dye, often used in natural dyeing processes.
- Historically, the leaves of serratula tinctoria were used to create a vibrant yellow color for fabrics and other materials.
- The use of serratula tinctoria as a natural dye source has experienced a resurgence in recent years, particularly among sustainable fashion designers.
- In traditional European folk medicine, serratula tinctoria was also valued for its medicinal properties, in addition to its use as a natural dye.