What is another word for arctium?
Pronunciation: [ˈɑːkti͡əm] (IPA) 
Arctium is a genus of plants that belong to the Asteraceae family. This genus is commonly known as burdock and includes several species of biennial or perennial herbaceous plants. Some common synonyms for the word arctium include the burr, English burr, lappa, bardana, gobō, and greater burdock. Burdock plants typically have large, broad leaves, and they produce prickly burrs that cling to clothing and animal fur. These plants are widely distributed throughout the Northern Hemisphere and have been cultivated for their medicinal and culinary properties. In traditional medicine, arctium has been used to treat various ailments, including digestive issues, skin conditions, and inflammation.
