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Pyrethrum

Pyrethrum

1 9.9
A group of flowering plants in the daisy family whose dried flowers make a natural insect killer
  • noun
  • /paɪˈrɛθrəm/
  • Archaic
translation icon : pirétrum
  • Many gardeners choose to plant pyrethrum for its beautiful flowers and pest-repelling properties.

Examples

  • The Pyrethrum plant is known for its insecticidal properties.

  • The pyrethrum plant thrives in well-drained soil and can attract beneficial insects.

  • Botanists once classified several species now in Tanacetum under the genus Pyrethrum.

  • The dried flowers of Pyrethrum are commonly used to produce a natural insecticide.

  • The historical use of Pyrethrum in medicine dates back many centuries.

  • Many gardeners prefer Pyrethrum for organic pest control.

  • Additionally, pyrethrum is often used as a natural insecticide in gardens due to its effectiveness against pests.

Compounds

Dalmatian pyrethrum
9.9

A white-flowered plant from the Balkans used to make natural insect spray

Dalmatia pyrethrum
  • Specialized
9.9

A white-flowered plant from the Balkans with divided leaves and silky white hairs underneath used as a natural insect killer

Anacyclus pyrethrum
  • Specialized
9.9

A small Mediterranean plant whose roots people chewed to ease toothache

Surface Forms

Pyrethrum singular
Pyrethra plural

Etymology

Pyrethrum comes from the Greek pyrethron, a plant once used to treat 'fever', and it is related to pyro, which means 'fire'. So the name hints at heat or strong effect, and today Pyrethrum refers to the flowers used to make a natural, powerful insect killer.