Foxglove
(noun)
A genus of perennial plants that are known for their tall spikes of brightly colored flowers.
Origin:
The word "foxglove" comes from the old english word "foxes glofa" which means "finger-like glove of the fox". foxglove is a genus of perennial plants that are known for their tall spikes of brightly colored flowers.
Examples:
- Foxglove is a popular choice for cottage gardens.
- Foxglove is a hardy and easy to grow plant.
- Foxglove is a popular choice for cut flowers.
- The foxglove's leaves are used to make digitalis, a medicine used to treat heart conditions.
- The foxglove's seeds and leaves are toxic if ingested.