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lythrum

/ˈlɪθ.rəm/

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noun

/ˈlɪθ.rəm/C1formalscientific
  • ruНаучное название рода цветковых растений, обычно называемых дербенником, принадлежащих семейству Дербенниковые (Lythraceae).

A scientific noun referring to a genus of flowering plants commonly known as loosestrife, belonging to the family Lythraceae.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Genus of flowering plantsC1formalscientific

    A taxonomic genus of herbaceous plants in the family Lythraceae, commonly known as loosestrife, often found in wetlands and used in gardens for their showy spikes of purple flowers.

    ruРод цветковых растений

    • Lythrum salicaria, known as purple loosestrife, is an invasive species in many regions.
    • Gardeners often plant Lythrum varieties to attract pollinators.
    • The genus Lythrum contains about 35 species worldwide.

    Synonymsloosestrife

  2. Plant common nameC1formalscientific

    Any plant of the genus Lythrum, especially those with clusters of magenta or purple flowers, sometimes used in traditional herbal remedies.

    ruНародное название растения

    • Lythrum has been used in folk medicine for its astringent properties.
    • The leaves of Lythrum are sometimes brewed into a tea.
    • Loosestrife (Lythrum) is a common sight along riverbanks in summer.

    Synonymsloosestrife

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