HyperDic: ruta_graveolens

English > 1 sense of the expression Ruta graveolens:
NOUNplantRuta graveolens, rue, herb of graceEuropean strong-scented perennial herb with grey-green bitter-tasting leaves
English > Ruta graveolens: 1 sense > noun 1, plant
MeaningEuropean strong-scented perennial herb with grey-green bitter-tasting leaves; an irritant similar to poison ivy.
Synonymsrue, herb of grace
Member ofRuta, genus Rutatype genus of the Rutaceae
Partsrueleaves sometimes used for flavoring fruit or claret cup but should be used with great caution
Broaderherb, herbaceous plantA plant lacking a permanent woody stem
Spanishruda, ruta
Catalanruda, Ruta graveolens

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