dittany (Meaning)
dittany (n)
Eurasian perennial herb with white flowers that emit flammable vapor in hot weather
dittany (n.)
A plant of the Mint family (Origanum Dictamnus), a native of Crete.
The Dictamnus Fraxinella. See Dictamnus.
In America, the Cunila Mariana, a fragrant herb of the Mint family.
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dittany Sentence Examples
- In Greek mythology, dittany was a magical herb used to heal the wounds of gods and heroes.
- Dittany is a genus of flowering plants in the family Lamiaceae, native to the Mediterranean region.
- The common name for Origanum dictamnus is dittany of Crete or hoary dittany.
- Dittany is a herbaceous perennial plant that grows to a height of 1-2 feet.
- The leaves of dittany are oval or oblong, with a hairy texture and a strong aroma.
- The flowers of dittany are white or pink, and bloom in the summer.
- Dittany is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including wounds, digestive problems, and headaches.
- The herb dittany is said to have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Dittany is also used as a culinary herb, and can be added to salads, soups, and stews.
- The essential oil of dittany is used in aromatherapy and perfumery.
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Eurasian perennial herb with white flowers that emit flammable vapor in hot weatherA plant of the Mint family (Origanum Dictamnus), a native of Crete., The Dict
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In Greek mythology, dittany was a magical herb used to heal the wounds of gods and heroes.
Dittany is a genus of flowering plants in the family Lamiaceae, native to the Mediterranean region.
The common name for Origanum dictamnus is dittany of Crete or hoary dittany.
Dittany is a herbaceous perennial plant that grows to a height of 1-2 feet.
