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Cynoglossum

Cynoglossum

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A group of tall, rough plants often called hound's-tongue
  • noun
  • /ˌsɪnəˈɡlɒsəm/
  • Specialized
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  • The gardener identified the plant as Cynoglossum, or hound's-tongue, by its rough leaves.

Examples

  • The medicinal uses of Cynoglossum have been documented for centuries.

  • Several species of Cynoglossum can be found growing wild in European meadows.

  • The Cynoglossum plant is known for its distinctive leaves.

  • Have you seen a Cynoglossum in the garden?

  • Several species of Cynoglossum can be found growing wild in European meadows.

  • The gardener identified the plant as Cynoglossum, or hound's-tongue, by its rough leaves.

  • The medicinal uses of Cynoglossum have been documented for centuries.

Synonyms

hound's-tongue
vsCynoglossum
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A plant with rough tongue-shaped leaves and blue or purple flowers

is the scientific genus name for the same group of plants

Compounds

Cynoglossum amabile
  • Specialized
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A plant that lives for two years with bright blue flowers often grown in gardens

Cynoglossum virginaticum
  • Specialized
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A plant that lives for several years with rough leaves shaped like tongues and pale blue to purple flowers

Surface Forms

Cynoglossum singular
Cynoglossums plural

Etymology

The word Cynoglossum comes from the Greek parts kyon and glossa, meaning 'dog' and 'tongue'. The plant has long, rough leaves that look like a dog's tongue, which is why it is also called hound's-tongue and the name fits this rough-leaved herb.