Waldmeister (Noun)
Meaning 1
Fragrant dark green leaves used to flavor May wine.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Old World fragrant stoloniferous perennial having small white flowers and narrow leaves used as flavoring and in sachets; widely cultivated as a ground cover; in some classifications placed in genus Asperula.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Waldmeister was a popular flavoring in desserts and drinks in the 19th century.
- The fragrant leaves and flowers of waldmeister were used to make potpourri and other scented arrangements.
- Waldmeister is often grown as a ground cover in shady areas where it can be difficult to get other plants to grow.
- The delicate white flowers of waldmeister bloom in late spring and early summer.
- Waldmeister is sometimes used in herbal teas, where it is valued for its sweet and slightly vanilla-like flavor.