woundwort

woundwort Definition

wound·wort (wo̵̅o̅nd′wʉrt′)

noun

any of various plants, esp. betony, formerly used in dressing wounds

Etymology: wound + wort

woundwort Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

downy: Reference to downy woundwort was subsequently removed from Wren ( 1988 ).
hedge: Species such as dog's mercury, enchanter's nightshade, hedge woundwort and sanicle can also be found.

Noun used with modifier

marsh: In the damper parts fleabane and marsh woundwort can be seen.
hedge: The broom has finished flowering in the entrance and hedge woundwort is popping up around the site, especially in Shady Place.
show: The photos below show marsh woundwort and a large skipper from Red Barn.

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