Thoroughwort (Noun)
Meaning
Perennial herb of southeastern United States having white-rayed flower heads; formerly used as in folk medicine.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Thoroughwort is often found in wetlands and along streams in the southeastern United States.
- In folk medicine, thoroughwort was traditionally used to treat various ailments including fever and rheumatism.
- Thoroughwort's white-rayed flower heads are daisy-like in appearance and can grow up to 12 inches in height.
- Despite its historical use in folk medicine, thoroughwort is now considered a potentially toxic plant and should be handled with care.
- The perennial thoroughwort can form large colonies over time through its spreading rhizomes.