medicinal plant
nounUK /məˈdɪs.ɪ.nəl plɑːnt/
US /məˈdɪs.ɪ.nəl plænt/
A plant that people use to help them feel better when they are sick.
My grandmother grows a medicinal plant in her garden to make tea for coughs.
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2. A plant containing substances used to make modern drugs.
Scientists study the medicinal plant to develop a new medicine.
3. Any plant traditionally used in folk healing.
The villagers rely on a medicinal plant passed down through generations.
4. A plant grown for its health-promoting properties.
Aloe vera is a popular medicinal plant kept in many homes.