Toadflax (Noun)
Meaning
Common European perennial having showy yellow and orange flowers; a naturalized weed in North America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The fields were filled with a mix of wildflowers, including the bright yellow toadflax that seemed to thrive in the dry conditions.
- In the early morning, the toadflax flowers glistened with dew, creating a breathtaking sight for hikers on the trail.
- As the garden was left untended, the toadflax spread rapidly, choking out other plants with its invasive roots.
- Toadflax has become a common sight in North American meadows, where it was originally introduced as an ornamental plant.
- Despite its beauty, toadflax is often considered a weed due to its ability to outcompete native species for resources.