Pulicaria dysenterica
Definition
Noun: 1. A perennial Eurasian herb: A hairy, perennial plant species native to Eurasia, scientifically named Pulicaria dysenterica. It is characterized by yellow, daisy-like flowers and has a traditional reputation for repelling or eliminating fleas. It is commonly known as common fleabane.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The meadow was dotted with the yellow blooms of Pulicaria dysenterica.
- Historically, Pulicaria dysenterica was dried and used in homes to deter fleas.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical or historical contexts: The term is used precisely to refer to this specific plant species, often noting its traditional medicinal or pest-repellent uses.
- The study focused on the essential oil composition of Pulicaria dysenterica.
Variants and Related Words
- Common fleabane: The most frequent common name for .
- Fleabane: A broader common name for various plants in the genera and , believed to repel fleas.
Synonyms
- Common fleabane (noun): The standard vernacular name.
Noun
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hairy perennial Eurasian herb with yellow daisylike flowers reputed to destroy or drive away fleas
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