germander
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- noun
- /ˈdʒɜːrməndər/
:
germen
- The germander plant is known for its aromatic leaves.
Examples
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Some species of germander are known to attract bees and butterflies to the garden.
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I bought some germanders for my garden.
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Gardeners often plant germander for its decorative flowers and pleasant scent.
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The herbalist recommended using germander as part of the remedy for sore throats.
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In the herb garden, the gardener planted germander alongside rosemary and thyme for their aromatic qualities.
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A lovely border of germander framed the entrance to the garden, adding vibrant greenery and scent.
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The traditional remedy for sore throats often includes germander due to its medicinal properties.
Compounds
A small bushy plant from North America with toothed leaves and pale purple flowers in spikes
How Aromatic
Surface Forms
Etymology
Germander comes from old European names for the plant, such as Old French germandre, and it is the common name for plants in the group called Teucrium, a name tied to the Greek myth figure Teucer. Because these plants are aromatic and used in gardens and medicine like sage and mint, the name germander became the familiar name for these small, scented garden herbs.