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Silphium

Description:

Silphium is a type of flowering plant that belongs to the family Asteraceae. It has a long history of use in ancient medicine and was highly sought after for its supposed medicinal properties. Unfortunately, this plant is now extinct, and its true identity remains uncertain.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. The Greek city of Cyrene was known for the production and export of silphium.
2. Explorers searched far and wide for silphium, hoping to find its mythical healing powers.

Sense 1 - Popular:

1. Many ancient civilizations believed that silphium was a powerful aphrodisiac.
2. Silphium was highly prized throughout the Mediterranean region due to its alleged medicinal properties.

Sense 2 - Local:

1. The local population used silphium as a seasoning in their traditional dishes.
2. Silphium tea was a common remedy for stomach ailments in the region.

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