Definition
loosestrifes
noun
- plural of loosestrife; flowering plants of the primrose or loosestrife families, typically having yellow, purple, or white flowers
Usage: botanical
Examples
- The garden featured several varieties of loosestrifes along the pond's edge.
- Purple loosestrifes are considered invasive in many wetland areas.
- Yellow loosestrifes bloomed throughout the summer months.
- The botanist identified three different loosestrifes in the marsh.
- Loosestrifes attract bees and butterflies to the garden.
- Native loosestrifes are being crowded out by invasive species.