costusroot
Definition
- Noun:
- A perennial herb native to the eastern Himalayas (particularly Kashmir): The plant is characterized by purple florets and a fragrant root.
- The aromatic root of this plant: This root yields a volatile oil used historically in perfumery and for preserving furs.
Examples
- Noun:
- The perfumer sourced genuine costusroot for the new fragrance.
- Traditional medicine in the region sometimes utilizes costusroot.
Advanced Usage
- Botanical Context: In botanical texts, specifically refers to or related species within the Asteraceae family.
- The study focused on the endangered status of the plant yielding costusroot.
Variants and Related Words
- Costus oil (n): The essential oil distilled from costusroot.
- Costus oil has a distinctive, persistent aroma.
Synonyms
- Saussurea root: A more scientific synonym.
- Kuth root: A common name in some regions.
Related Phrases
- Oil of costus: Another term for the essential oil derived from the root.
- Oil of costus was a prized ingredient in ancient perfumery.
Noun
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annual herb of the eastern Himalayas (Kashmir) having purple florets and a fragrant root that yields a volatile oil used in perfumery and for preserving furs
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