rosewort

/ˈroʊzwɜrt/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant of the genus Leonurus, especially the European honeywort (Leonurus cardiaca), whose leaves and flowers have a sweet, honey-like fragrance and are used in herbal medicine.

“The herbalist used rosewort to create a soothing tea for her patient’s sore throat.”

2. noun

A type of flowering plant in the genus Statice, especially the Mediterranean statice (Calendula officinalis) or the seaside statice (Limonium sinuatum), with pink, yellow, or white flowers.

“The garden was filled with vibrant roseworts, their delicate petals swaying gently in the breeze.”

Synonyms

  • honeywort
  • statice