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horse thistle

 

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Noun horse thistle has 1 sense
  1. prickly lettuce, horse thistle, Lactuca serriola, Lactuca scariola - European annual wild lettuce having prickly stems; a troublesome weed in parts of United States
    --1 is a kind of compass plant, compass flower

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Horse Thistle

Definition:

Horse thistle refers to a group of flowering plants belonging to the genus Cirsium. They are characterized by their spiky leaves and attractive purple flowers. Horse thistles are often considered as weeds but are also valued by some gardeners for their ornamental appeal.

Senses/Usages:

1. Noun - Plant

A horse thistle is a spiny thistle plant typically found in grasslands and open fields.

Example sentence: The horse thistle dominated the meadow with its tall prickly stems.

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2. Noun - Herbal Remedy

Horse thistle leaves and roots are known for their medicinal properties and are commonly used in herbal remedies for liver conditions.

Example sentence: My herbalist recommended horse thistle extract to support my liver health.

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3. Adjective - Local

When referring to a horse thistle as "local," it means that it is specific or native to a particular region or area.

Example sentence: The local horse thistle species can only be found in the coastal regions of California.

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