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Capsella

Description:

Capsella is a genus of flowering plants in the mustard family (Brassicaceae). It includes several species, most notably Capsella bursa-pastoris, also known as shepherd's purse. These plants are widely distributed and are characterized by their small white flowers and heart-shaped seed pods.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. The capsella plant is commonly found in meadows and fields.

2. Shepherd's purse, a species of capsella, has medicinal properties and is used in herbal remedies.

3. The capsella's seed pods are shaped like tiny hearts.

Verb:

1. To preserve the beauty of the capsella flowers, many people dry and press them.

2. Gardeners often cultivate capsella for its delicate blossoms.

3. She carefully collected capsella seeds to sow in her garden next spring.

Adjective:

1. Her bouquet featured beautiful capsella blossoms mixed with other wildflowers.

2. The capsella seeds were stored in a small, decorative jar.

3. The capsella field was a sight to behold, covered in a carpet of white flowers.

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