ajuga

noun

Meaning

A genus of low-growing, mat-forming herbaceous plants in the mint family, often used as ground cover in landscaping.

Examples

  • Ajuga spreads quickly through underground runners to create a dense carpet of foliage.
  • The blue flower spikes of the ajuga added a splash of color to the shaded garden border.

Synonyms: bugleweed, ground cover, herb, perennial