whorlywort

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : A tall perennial herb ( Veronicastrum virginicum , also historically placed in genus Veronica ) characterized by having spikes of small white or purple flowers. It is a plant common in eastern North America. Usage Notes "Whorlywort" is a common name for a specific North American wildflower. It is a countable noun (e.g., , ). It is primarily used in botanical, horticultural, or...