bog rosemary

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Noun bog rosemary has 1 sense

bog rosemary, moorwort, Andromeda glaucophylla - wiry evergreen shrub having pendent clusters of white or pink flowers; of wet acidic areas in Arctic and Canada to northeastern United States
--₁ is a kind of andromeda

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Bog Rosemary

Noun (Botany - Plant): A small evergreen shrub native to boggy and wetland areas, characterized by narrow leaves and pink or white flowers.

Example Sentence: The bog rosemary thrives in the moist and acidic conditions of the peat bog.

Noun (Culinary): An herb with aromatic leaves used in cooking and flavoring various dishes.

Example Sentence: The chef added a sprinkle of chopped bog rosemary to the salad for an extra burst of freshness.

Adjective: Pertaining to or characteristic of bog rosemary.

Example Sentence: The hiker spotted clusters of bog rosemary flowers in the marshy terrain.

Noun (Local): In certain regions, a plant resembling rosemary that grows in boggy or marshy areas.

Example Sentence: In the local folklore, bog rosemary is believed to possess mystical powers and is considered a symbol of protection.

Noun (Local - Northern Europe): A small evergreen shrub native to Northern Europe, also known as Andromeda polifolia.

Example Sentence: The northern bog rosemary is an important species in the biodiversity of Arctic and subarctic regions.