paintroot

/ˈpeɪntˌruːt/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant (Penthorum sedoides) native to eastern North America, having small white flowers and yellow roots that were once used as a dye.

“The artist used the paintroot to create a vibrant yellow hue in her painting.”

Synonyms

  • yellow puccoon
  • yellowroot

Antonyms

  • black dye
  • white dye