What is another word for linum?
Pronunciation: [lˈɪnəm] (IPA) 
Linum is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the Linaceae family. The word "linum" is derived from the Latin word for flax, a plant that is commonly cultivated for its fiber. Synonyms for linum include flaxseed, linseed, and common flax. Linum usitatissimum is the scientific name for the flax plant, which is widely used for its oil, medicinal properties, and nutrition. Flaxseed oil is a rich source of essential fatty acids and has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and cardiovascular benefits. Linum perenne, also known as perennial flax, is a popular ornamental plant with delicate blue flowers that bloom in the summer. Linum bienne, or pale flax, is a wild species that is often used to produce linen.
