Sisymbrium Officinale (Noun)
Meaning
Stiffly branching Old World annual with pale yellow flowers; widely naturalized in North America; formerly used medicinally.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Sisymbrium officinale, also known as hedge mustard, is a stiffly branching Old World annual with pale yellow flowers that has been widely naturalized in North America.
- The garden contained a variety of wildflowers, including sisymbrium officinale, which added a delicate touch to the landscape.
- In the past, sisymbrium officinale was used medicinally, but its use has largely been discontinued in modern times.
- Sisymbrium officinale can be found growing in fields and along roadsides, where it has become a common sight in many parts of North America.
- The botanical garden featured a section dedicated to naturalized plants, including sisymbrium officinale, which was of particular interest to visitors.