shepherd's needle
The term "shepherd's needle" refers to a plant known for its needle-like seed pods, belonging to the parsley family.
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Definition
C2Botany
(technical, academic)A plant with long, slender seed pods, known scientifically as Scandix pecten-veneris, native to Eurasia.
Example
- The shepherd's needle is easily identified by its needle-like seed pods.
- In spring, the shepherd's needle blooms with delicate white flowers.
C1Botany
(technical, academic)A wildflower from the parsley family, featuring feathery leaves and small white flowers.
Example
- Shepherd's needle is often found in meadows and fields.
- The plant's feathery leaves give it a delicate appearance.
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