noun
- plural of veratrum; plants of the lily family with large leaves and clusters of small flowers, some species of which are poisonous
Usage: botanical
Examples
- The botanist identified several veratrums growing in the mountain meadow.
- Veratrums are known for their distinctive broad, pleated leaves.
- Some veratrums contain toxic alkaloids that can be harmful to livestock.
- The garden featured native veratrums alongside other wildflowers.
- Researchers studied the medicinal properties of various veratrums.