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crinkleroot

/ˈkrɪŋ.kəl.ruːt/

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noun

/ˈkrɪŋ.kəl.ruːt/formalamerican
  • ruСевероамериканское травянистое растение, характеризующееся пряными, чешуйчатыми или зубчатыми корнями.

A North American herb characterized by pungent, scaly, or toothed roots.

  1. North American herbC2formalamerican

    A perennial herb native to North America, known for its pungent, scaly, or toothed roots, often used in traditional medicine.

    ruСевероамериканская трава

    • Crinkleroot was traditionally used by Native Americans for its medicinal properties.
    • The pungent roots of crinkleroot can be harvested in early spring.
    • Hikers sometimes encounter crinkleroot growing in damp, wooded areas.

    Synonymstoothwort