boneset
boneset · bonesets
Any of several plants of the genera Eupatorium and AgeratinaAny of several plants of the genera Eupatorium and Ageratina.
Meaning
3 sensesAny of several plants of the genera Eupatorium and Ageratina.
The herb common boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum).
Comfrey.
More definitions
- perennial herb of southeastern United States having white-rayed flower heads; formerly used as in folk medicine
- European herb having small white, pink or purple flowers; naturalized as a weed in North America
Origin
From bone + set.From bone + set.
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Forms
plural: bonesetsSynonyms
5 synonymsClose in meaning
- perennial herb of southeastern United States having white-rayed flower heads; formerly used as in folk medicine:agueweedthoroughwortEupatorium perfoliatum
- European herb having small white, pink or purple flowers; naturalized as a weed in North America:common comfreySymphytum officinale