White Horse Nettle (Noun)
Meaning
Weedy nightshade with silvery foliage and violet or blue or white flowers; roundish berry widely used to curdle milk; central United States to South America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The white horse nettle is a common weed found in many parts of the central United States and South America.
- Farmers often view the white horse nettle as a nuisance due to its ability to spread quickly and compete with crops.
- The silvery foliage of the white horse nettle makes it a popular choice for ornamental gardens despite its weedy nature.
- The roundish berry of the white horse nettle has been used for centuries to curdle milk and create cheese.
- In some regions, the white horse nettle is considered an invasive species due to its aggressive growth and ability to outcompete native plants.
Synonyms
- Prairie Berry
- Silverleaf Nightshade
- Purple Nightshade
- Silver-leaved Nettle
- Silver-leaved Nightshade
- Trompillo
- Solanum Elaeagnifolium