anemopsis
noun
Meaning
A perennial herb native to western North America, known for its medicinal properties and distinctive, fragrant, white-bracted flower spikes.
Examples
- Traditional healers have long used the roots of the anemopsis to treat respiratory and sinus conditions.
- The anemopsis thrives in the salty, wet environments found near desert springs.
Synonyms: yerba mansa, lizard tail, herb, perennial