mulewort

/ˈmjuːlwɜːrt/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant of the genus Verbascum, particularly Verbascum thapsus, that is used in herbal medicine and has a bitter, astringent taste.

“The herbalist used mulewort to create a natural remedy for soothing skin irritations.”

2. noun

A plant of the genus Verbascum, particularly Verbascum thapsus, that is used in herbal medicine and has a bitter, astringent taste.

“The field guide noted the presence of mulewort in the wildflower meadow.”

Synonyms

  • mullein
  • verbascum