lousewort

/ˈlaʊs.wɜːrt/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant of the genus Pedicularis, often parasitic on grasses and other plants.

“The hikers encountered a patch of lousewort in the meadow.”

2. noun

Any of various similar plants, especially those of the genera Utricularia and Pinguicula.

“The sundews and louseworts thrive in the wetlands.”

Synonyms

  • parasitic plant
  • pedicularis

Antonyms

  • host plant
  • non-parasitic plant