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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

Hypernyms

  • Nightshade
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