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Pinkroot

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(1):

(n.) The root of Spigelia Marilandica, used as a powerful vermifuge; also, that of S. Anthelmia. See definition 2 (below).

(2):

(n.) A perennial North American herb (Spigelia Marilandica), sometimes cultivated for its showy red blossoms. Called also Carolina pink, Maryland pinkroot, and worm grass.

(3):

(n.) An annual South American and West Indian plant (Spigelia Anthelmia).

Bibliography Information
Webster, Noah. Entry for 'Pinkroot'. Noah Webster's American Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​web/​p/pinkroot.html. 1828.
 
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