What is another word for Betony?

Pronunciation: [bɪtˈɒni] (IPA)

Betony, also known as Bishop's weed or wood betony, is a medicinal plant often used for its healing properties. There are several synonyms for this herb-like plant, including purple betony, Stachys betonica, and lousewort. Betony has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments such as headaches, anxiety, and digestive issues. It is also believed to have antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. The leaves and flowers of the plant can be dried and made into a tea or used as a tincture. Other synonyms for betony include hedge nettle, woundwort, and lamb's ears, all of which point to the plant's unique appearance and versatile uses.

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What are the hypernyms for Betony?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Betony

You may add, if you please, to this proportion of water, or one Gallon more, two handfuls of Sweet-bryar-leaves, and one of Betony.
"The Closet of Sir Kenelm Digby Knight Opened"
Kenelm Digby
You may make also strong and small by putting into it Orris-roots; or with Rose-mary, Betony, Eye-bright and Wood-sorrel; or adding to it the tops of Hypericon with the flowers of it; Sweet-bryar, Lilly of the valley.
"The Closet of Sir Kenelm Digby Knight Opened"
Kenelm Digby
Under the froth of flowers were the purple vetch-clumps, yellow milk vetches, and the scattered pink of the wood-Betony, and the floating stars of marguerites.
"The White Peacock"
D. H. (David Herbert) Lawrence

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