alyssum
alyssum
Definition
alys·sum (ə lis′əm)
noun
- any of a genus (Alyssum) of crucifers with white or yellow flowers and grayish leaves
- sweet alyssum
Etymology: ModL < Gr alysson, madwort < alyssos, curing madness < a-, without + lyssa, madness, rage; ? orig., with shining eyes (see light): cf. lynx
alyssum
Usage Examples
Adjective modifier
- white: The beds contain pink pelargoniums, scarlet geraniums and purple cordylines with white alyssum around the edges.
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