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Dicentra cucullaria

Definition:

Dicentra cucullaria, commonly known as Dutchman's breeches, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It belongs to the family Papaveraceae and is known for its delicate white or pink flowers that resemble a pair of upside-down breeches.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A plant with dissected grayish green leaves and drooping flowers, native to eastern and central North America.

Example sentence: The dicentra cucullaria I planted in my garden bloomed beautifully this spring.

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Sense 2:

Noun: The dried rhizome of Dicentra cucullaria, used in traditional medicine for its diuretic properties.

Example sentence: The herbalist recommended a tincture made from dicentra cucullaria to treat the patient's fluid retention.

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Sense 3:

Adjective: Referring to or characteristic of the dicentra cucullaria plant.

Example sentence: The dicentra cucullaria flowers added a lovely touch to the floral arrangement.

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