Definitions

1. noun

A perennial herb of the genus Eryngium, having spiny leaves and blue or purple flowers.

“The meadow was filled with mingwort and other wildflowers.”

2. noun

A plant of the genus Eryngium, especially Eryngium planum, its leaves spiny and flowers blue or purple.

“The mingwort was used as a medicinal herb in traditional remedies.”

3. noun

Eryngium planum, a European plant with blue flowers and spiny leaves.

“The mingwort is a popular ingredient in many herbal teas.”