pennyroyal (Meaning)
pennyroyal (n)
Eurasian perennial mint have small lilac-blue flowers and ovate leaves; yields an aromatic oil
erect hairy branching American herb having purple-blue flowers; yields an essential oil used as an insect repellent and sometimes in folk medicine
pennyroyal (n.)
An aromatic herb (Mentha Pulegium) of Europe; also, a North American plant (Hedeoma pulegioides) resembling it in flavor.
Synonyms & Antonyms of pennyroyal
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pennyroyal Sentence Examples
- The delicate pennyroyal herb exuded an intoxicating aroma that filled the garden.
- The villagers believed that pennyroyal tea possessed medicinal properties that could cure ailments.
- The pungent pennyroyal oil was used as an insect repellent and disinfectant in Victorian homes.
- Pennyroyal plants were often cultivated in apothecary gardens for their medicinal value.
- The ancient Greeks and Romans used pennyroyal as a culinary herb, adding its flavor to dishes.
- The fragrance of pennyroyal candles created a soothing and calming atmosphere in homes.
- Some species of pennyroyal are toxic to humans and can cause liver damage if ingested.
- Pennyroyal mint, a hybrid variety, produces a less potent aroma and is often used for culinary purposes.
- The essential oil of pennyroyal is known for its antispasmodic and emmenagogue properties.
- The cultivation of pennyroyal has declined in recent times due to its toxicity and the availability of more effective medicinal alternatives.
FAQs About the word pennyroyal
Eurasian perennial mint have small lilac-blue flowers and ovate leaves; yields an aromatic oil, erect hairy branching American herb having purple-blue flowers;
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The delicate pennyroyal herb exuded an intoxicating aroma that filled the garden.
The villagers believed that pennyroyal tea possessed medicinal properties that could cure ailments.
The pungent pennyroyal oil was used as an insect repellent and disinfectant in Victorian homes.
Pennyroyal plants were often cultivated in apothecary gardens for their medicinal value.
