whitlow grass

"Whitlow grass" refers to small, early-flowering plants, often found in temperate and rocky regions, and historically believed to treat whitlows.

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Definition

C1Botany

(technical)A small plant of the mustard family, known for its tiny white or yellow flowers, typically found in temperate regions.

Example

  • Whitlow grass often blooms in early spring, adding delicate white flowers to the landscape.

C1Botany

(technical)A genus of flowering plants in the Brassicaceae family, often found in rocky or alpine areas.

Example

  • Draba, or whitlow grass, thrives in high-altitude, rocky environments.

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