willowherb

/ˈwɪloʊhɜːrb/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of flowering plant, especially one of the genus Epilobium, often associated with disturbed or barren areas, such as roadsides or wasteland

“The willowherb that grew by the old factory was a vibrant purple color in the summer.”

Synonyms

  • weed
  • wildflower

Antonyms

  • lily
  • orchid