Pennyroyal

/pˈɛnɪɹˌɔ‍ɪə‍l/

/pˈɛnɪɹˌɔɪəl/

Pennyroyal

Eurasian perennial mint have an aromatic herb with small purple flowers, known for its minty and pungent flavorsmall lilac-blue flowers and ovate leaves; yields an aromatic oil

synonyms : Mentha pulegium

What is "pennyroyal"?

Pennyroyal is a herbaceous plant characterized by its delicate purple flowers and distinctively minty aroma. It is often used as a culinary herb and has been traditionally employed for its medicinal properties, particularly for digestive and respiratory ailments. However, it is important to note that pennyroyal can be toxic if ingested in large quantities and should be used with caution under professional guidance.

erect hairy branching American herb having purple-blue flowers; yields an essential oil used as an insect repellent and sometimes in folk medicine

synonyms : American pennyroyal

Hedeoma pulegioides

Examples

1. She gathered some fresh pennyroyal from her garden to add a fragrant touch to her homemade tea.

2. He carefully brewed a cup of pennyroyal tea, savoring its calming and aromatic properties.

3. So they recommend dangerous things like pennyroyal, but they're to provoke miscarriages and abortions.

4. Don't use pennyroyal though because even though you can get it depending on the person it could kill you or at least make you very sick.

Nearby words

penny pincher

penny

pennisetum glaucum

pennisetum americanum