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Noun elecampane has 1 sense
- elecampane, Inula helenium - tall coarse Eurasian herb having daisylike yellow flowers with narrow petals whose rhizomatous roots are used medicinally
--1 is a kind of inula
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Elecampane
Definition:
Elecampane is a perennial plant with yellow flowers and large leaves, belonging to the sunflower family. It is used for its medicinal properties and is known for its aromatic roots.
Part of Speech:
Senses:
- A plant of the sunflower family, native to Eurasia and used medicinally.
- The aromatic roots of the elecampane plant used in herbal medicine.
Usages:
- The herbal tea made from elecampane is known for its soothing effect on the respiratory system.
- Elecampane root is commonly used in herbal remedies for its anti-inflammatory properties.
- In traditional medicine, elecampane is believed to aid digestion and relieve coughs.
Sample Sentences:
- I infused some elecampane in hot water to prepare a natural remedy for my cough.
- The herbalist recommended a tincture made from elecampane root to alleviate my respiratory issues.
- Be careful not to confuse elecampane with other similar-looking plants.
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