Tansy Ragwort (Noun)
Meaning
Widespread European weed having yellow daisylike flowers; sometimes an obnoxious weed and toxic to cattle if consumed in quantity.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Tansy ragwort is a highly invasive plant that can outcompete native species for resources and habitat.
- The farmer was frustrated to find tansy ragwort growing in his pasture, knowing it was toxic to his cattle.
- Tansy ragwort is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and construction sites, where it can quickly spread.
- The park ranger warned hikers to avoid touching tansy ragwort, as its sap can cause skin irritation in some people.
- Efforts to control the spread of tansy ragwort in the region have been ongoing for several years, with limited success.