Silybum Marianum (Noun)
Meaning
Tall Old World biennial thistle with large clasping white-blotched leaves and purple flower heads; naturalized in California and South America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The botanist studied the properties of Silybum marianum and its potential medicinal applications.
- Silybum marianum has become a noxious weed in some regions of California due to its invasive tendencies.
- In herbal medicine, the extract of Silybum marianum is often used to support liver health and function.
- Researchers found that the flavonoids present in Silybum marianum had a significant antioxidant effect.
- Farmers have had difficulty eradicating Silybum marianum from their fields, as the thistle seeds remain viable for years.