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Canna indica (syn. Canna edulis), similar to arrowroot: the canna lily, the seeds of which yield a purple dye.
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An oriental shrub (Lawsonia inermis) from which henna is obtained.
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(archaic) henna (Lawsonia inermis)
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The essential oil produced from the seeds of the musk mallow.
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Alternative form of annatto [(countable) A tropical American evergreen shrub, Bixa orellana; the lipstick tree; the fruit of the tree.]
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Hybrid mints involving M. suaveolens as a parent
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The flower of an apricot tree that will eventually turn into an apricot.
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A shrubby vine with flowers whose fragrance is used for perfume and flavoring (Jasminum sambac), the jasmine used to make jasmine tea.
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A rare perfume produced in Gilead and used medicinally, mentioned in the Bible. It is sometimes thought to have come from the plant Commiphora gileadensis, and sometimes from a terebinth tree in the genus Pistacia.
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A sweet-smelling balsam derived from a tree of the genus Myroxylon, used as a flavoring, as a fragrance, and in pharmaceuticals.
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Alternative form of bdellium [Probably an aromatic gum like balsam that was exuded from a tree, probably one of several species in the genus Commiphora.]
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Alternative form of brazilein [A neoflavanoid that is the main colouring matter in the red dye derived from brazilwood.]
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A red pigment obtained from brazilwood.
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A leafless desert shrub of the US Southwest in the genus Ephedra, used to make an herbal tea
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A small decorative evergreen citrus tree, of the hybrid Citrus × microcarpa (syn. ×Citrofortunella mitis), sometimes cultivated for its fruit.
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The wood of Cinnamomum camphora, an evergreen tree whose leaves have a smell of camphor when crushed.
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The aromatic inner bark of Canella winterana, used as a spice with properties similar to cinnamon.
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(uncountable) The spice made from the bark of members of the genus Cinnamomum other than true cinnamon (C. verum), when they are distinguished from cinnamon.
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The root of Oldenlandia umbellata, native to India, which yields a durable red dyestuff.
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A species of truffle, Tuber sinense, native to China.
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true cinnamon, the product made of Cinnamomum verum
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The wood of the citron tree (Citrus medica).
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Fruit (especially peach) whose flesh adheres strongly to the pit.
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(medicine) An expectorant made from the dried bark of the tree Guarea rusbyi
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Rubia tinctorum (dyer's madder)
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(obsolete) A small fruit; a currant.
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Alternative spelling of cumin [The flowering plant Cuminum cyminum, in the family Apiaceae.]
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Alternative form of deer's tongue (Trilisa odoratissima). [A plant native to the southeastern US, Trilisa odoratissima, whose fleshy leaves give out a fragrance resembling vanilla.]
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A psychoactive material, variously described as obtained from plants of either the genus Virola or of Anadenanthera peregrina, used ritually as snuff by the Yanomamo people of South America.
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A perfume obtained from this plant or imitating the odour of its flowers.
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(US, law, idiomatic) Evidence that has been obtained as the result of an illegal act on the part of law enforcement personnel (such as a warrantless search, or continued questioning of a witness who has invoked the right of counsel), and which is therefore excluded from being admitted as evidence in a trial.
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The resin of the gamboge tree; a preparation of the resin used as a pigment or for medicinal purposes.
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(countable) A shrub, Lawsonia inermis, having fragrant reddish flowers
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(obsolete) holly, an evergreen shrub or tree
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Alternative spelling of insignis pine [The Monterey pine, Pinus radiata.]
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A perennial herb, Melissa officinalis, of southern Europe; used as a flavouring in ice cream etc.
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Cultivars of other species with a similar appearance and scent, especially the creeping species Thymus pulegioides.
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Alternative form of liana [(botany) A climbing woody vine, usually tropical.]
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Any of various trees of the genus Citrus that bear limes.
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Alternative form of liquidambar [A resinous gum that exudes from the bark of the tree Liquidambar styraciflua.]
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A large tree (Celtis australis), the European nettle tree, found in the south of Europe. It has a hard wood, and bears a cherry-like fruit.
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(in Jewish ritual) A festive bouquet of willow, palm and myrtle
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An oil, from the ylang ylang tree (Cananga odorata).
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A fragrant substance imported by the ancient Romans from India, believed to be have been made from the leaves of a type of cinnamon or cassia.
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The fruit of this tree, smaller than an orange and oblate. In daily usage, it may include other similar citrus fruits like Citrus unshiu (satsuma or mikan) Citrus tangerina (tangerine).
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The leaves of this plant used in flavouring food.
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Obsolete spelling of marjoram [A herb of the mint family, Origanum majorana, having aromatic leaves.]
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A mignonette tree (Lawsonia inermis), source of the dye henna.
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An herb related to bee balm native to Arizona, New Mexico, and northern Mexico, Monarda austromontana, which smells and tastes like oregano
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A gum resin from trees of the genus Boswellia, formerly used as a medicine and now mainly as incense.
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(obsolete) The witch hazel.
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The fragrant white flower of the orange tree, Citrus sinensis.
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The trees themselves cultivated in such an area.
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Alternative form of oregano (“wild marjoram, Origanum vulgare”) [A herb of the mint family, Origanum vulgare, having aromatic leaves.]
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Alternative form of oregano (“wild marjoram, Origanum vulgare”) [A herb of the mint family, Origanum vulgare, having aromatic leaves.]
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Alternative form of Osage orange [The tree Maclura pomifera, noted for its large, dense, wrinkly, bright green and unpalatable fruit, once a popular hedge tree in the United States.]
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(US) see the Spanish section
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The flower of a peach tree that will eventually turn into a peach.
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Alternative form of peach tree [Prunus persica, a fruit tree of the genus Prunus, that bears peaches.]
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A variegated cultivar of apple mint, Mentha suaveolens.
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Alternative form of pepperidge [Nyssa sylvatica, a medium-sized deciduous tree of North America.]
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Obsolete spelling of plantain [A plant of the genus Plantago, with a rosette of sessile leaves about 10 cm (4") long with a narrow part instead of a petiole, and with a spike inflorescence with the flower spacing varying widely among the species. See also psyllium.]
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Obsolete form of platan. [(now rare, literary) A planetree.]
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The powerfully astringent root of a half-shrubby Peruvian plant (Krameria lappacea, syn. Krameria triandra), used in medicine and to colour port wine.
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Alternative form of rosehip [The fruit of a rose plant.]
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A shrub, Salvia rosmarinus (formerly Rosmarinus officinalis), that originates from Europe and Asia Minor and produces a fragrant herb used in cooking and perfumes.
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Alternative form of savin [The evergreen shrub Juniperus sabina, endemic to Europe, which yields a medicinal oil.]
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Its bark, when distinguished from true cinnamon (C. verum).
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Alternative form of chay root [The root of Oldenlandia umbellata, native to India, which yields a durable red dyestuff.]
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A tar-like substance used in traditional medicine.
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Dried and chopped-up leaves and stems of a plant of the genus Rhus, particularly the tanner's sumac (see sense 1), used for dyeing and tanning leather or for medicinal purposes.
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An herb used for seasoning (Ocimum basilicum)
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(obsolete) A shrub or tree supposed to be the tamarisk, or perhaps some kind of heath.
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Alternative spelling of teasel [Any of several plants of the genus Dipsacus.]
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Any of the nuts that grow on trees.
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Synonym of ugli (“type of fruit”)
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A reddish shade of brown associated with this wood.
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Obsolete form of woodbine. [Species of Lonicera (honeysuckle), particularly:]
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