youthwort

/ˈjuθwɜrt/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant of the genus Achyranthes, particularly Achyranthes aspera, native to Africa and Asia.

“The herbalist used youthwort to make a tea for treating various ailments.”

Synonyms

  • achyranthes
  • aspirinweed

Antonyms

  • aged
  • elderly