Tanacetum Vulgare (Noun)
Meaning
Common perennial aromatic herb native to Eurasia having buttonlike yellow flower heads and bitter-tasting pinnate leaves sometimes used medicinally.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The botanical garden featured a variety of plants, including Tanacetum vulgare, which was used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic properties.
- Tanacetum vulgare, also known as tansy, was a common sight in medieval gardens, where it was valued for its insect-repelling qualities.
- The herbalist recommended a tea made from the leaves of Tanacetum vulgare to alleviate digestive issues, but warned of its potential toxicity in large doses.
- In the wild, Tanacetum vulgare can be found growing in dry meadows and along roadsides, its bright yellow flowers a striking sight in late summer.
- The apothecary sold dried Tanacetum vulgare flowers, which were said to have anti-inflammatory properties and were used to make a soothing salve for skin irritations.