nasturtium
/nəs'tə:ʃəm/
Definition
- Noun:
- A plant of the genus Tropaeolum: A flowering plant, often with bright yellow, orange, or red flowers, round leaves, and a pungent, peppery flavor. It is commonly grown in gardens.
- The edible parts of this plant: The flowers, seeds, and leaves are all used as flavorings in salads and other dishes.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- I planted some nasturtiums along the edge of the vegetable garden.
- The salad was garnished with colorful nasturtium flowers.
- Nasturtium leaves have a spicy taste similar to watercress.
Advanced Usage
As a culinary herb: The entire nasturtium plant is edible.
- The chef uses nasturtium blossoms to add a peppery kick and vibrant color to dishes.
In companion planting: Nasturtiums are often planted in gardens to repel certain pests or attract beneficial insects.
- Gardeners plant nasturtiums near tomatoes to deter aphids.
Variants and Related Words
- Garden nasturtium (): The most common species.
- Dwarf nasturtium: A smaller, bushier variety of the plant.
- Nasturtium family: An informal reference to plants in the genus .
Synonyms
- Indian cress: An older common name for nasturtium.
- Tropaeolum: The scientific genus name.
Related Phrases
- Nasturtium salad: A salad that includes the leaves or flowers of the nasturtium plant.
- She made a delicious nasturtium salad with a light vinaigrette.
Noun
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flowers and seeds and leaves all used as flavorings
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aquatic herbs
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any tropical American plant of the genus Tropaeolum having pungent juice and long-spurred yellow to red flowers
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