Unicorn Root (Noun)

Meaning

Any of several perennials of the genus Aletris having grasslike leaves and bitter roots reputed to cure colic.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Synonyms

• Colic Root
• Colicroot
• Star Grass
• Crow Corn

Hypernyms

• Liliaceous Plant

Hyponyms

• Ague Grass
• Yellow Colicroot
• Ague Root
• Aletris Aurea
• Aletris Farinosa