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pyrola elliptica

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun pyrola elliptica has 1 sense
  1. wild lily of the valley, shinleaf, Pyrola elliptica - North American evergreen with small pinkish bell-shaped flowers and oblong leaves used formerly for shinplasters
    --1 is a kind of wintergreen, pyrola

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Pyrola elliptica

Description:

Pyrola elliptica is a species of perennial herb native to North America. It belongs to the family Ericaceae and is commonly known as "Elliptic-leaf wintergreen." This evergreen plant has elliptical leaves and produces a beautiful cluster of white, bell-shaped flowers.

Sample Sentences:

As a noun - botanical term:

The pyrola elliptica is often found in damp, shaded areas of forests.

During our hike, we marveled at the pyrola elliptica's delicate white blooms.

As an adjective - popular:

The pyrola elliptica tea is highly sought after for its soothing properties.

Her garden boasts an impressive collection of pyrola elliptica plants.

As an adjective - local:

Being a local resident, I am familiar with the pyrola elliptica's tendency to bloom earlier than other plants in our region.

The indigenous people use the pyrola elliptica in traditional medicine.

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