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nigella damascena

 

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Noun nigella damascena has 1 sense
  1. love-in-a-mist, Nigella damascena - European garden plant having finely cut leaves and white or pale blue flowers
    --1 is a kind of nigella

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Nigella damascena

Definition:

Nigella damascena, commonly known as Love-in-a-Mist, is an annual flowering plant belonging to the family Ranunculaceae. It is native to Southern Europe, North Africa, and Southwest Asia.

Senses and Usages:

  1. Noun:

    A plant of the buttercup family, typically blue or white flowers and finely divided leaves.

    Example Sentence:

    The nigella damascena bloomed beautifully in my garden, spreading its vibrant blue flowers throughout.

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  2. Adjective:

    Describing something related to or characteristic of Nigella damascena.

    Example Sentence:

    The delicate fragrance of the nigella damascena flowers filled the air around the garden.

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  3. Local Usage:

    In some regions, nigella damascena is used in traditional medicine or culinary purposes.

    Example Sentence:

    The locals prepare a soothing tea using nigella damascena seeds to ease digestive problems.

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