hemp agrimony
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Definition
Noun: * A perennial herbaceous plant: Hemp agrimony is a tall, coarse European herb (Eupatorium cannabinum) of the daisy family (Asteraceae). It is characterized by its leaves, which are divided in a palmate (hand-like) fashion, and its dense clusters of small, fluffy, reddish-purple flower heads.
Usage
This word is used as a common name for a specific plant species. It is primarily used in botanical, horticultural, and ecological contexts. * The damp meadow was filled with the pinkish haze of hemp agrimony. * Butterflies are particularly attracted to the nectar of hemp agrimony.
Advanced Usage
- The name "hemp agrimony" is somewhat misleading, as the plant is not a true hemp (Cannabis) nor a true agrimony (Agrimonia). The "hemp" part refers to the resemblance of its leaves to those of the hemp plant, while "agrimony" refers to a superficial similarity to plants in that genus.
Variants and Related Words
- Botanical Name: .
- Common Names: Holy rope, Dutch agrimony, water maudlin.
- Related Species: Other plants in the genus, such as Joe-Pye weed.
Synonyms
- (scientific name).
- Holy rope (regional common name).
Different Meanings
This term has only one primary meaning as the common name for the plant Eupatorium cannabinum. It is not typically used in idiomatic or figurative senses.
Noun
- coarse European herb with palmately divided leaves and clusters of small reddish-purple flower heads