Redroot: meaning, definitions and examples
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redroot
[ ˈrɛdruːt ]
botany plant
Redroot is a common name for several species of plants characterized by their red or reddish roots. One notable example is the redroot pigweed (Amaranthus retroflexus), which is known for its nutritional value and resilience in various environments.
Synonyms
Amaranthus, redroot pigweed
Examples of usage
- The redroot plant thrives in disturbed soils.
- Farmers often consider redroot pigweed as a weed.
- Many herbalists use redroot for its medicinal properties.
Translations
Translations of the word "redroot" in other languages:
🇵🇹 raiz vermelha
🇮🇳 लाल जड़
🇩🇪 rote Wurzel
🇮🇩 akar merah
🇺🇦 червона корінь
🇵🇱 czerwona korzeń
🇯🇵 赤根
🇫🇷 racine rouge
🇪🇸 raíz roja
🇹🇷 kırmızı kök
🇰🇷 붉은 뿌리
🇸🇦 جذر أحمر
🇨🇿 červený kořen
🇸🇰 červený koreň
🇨🇳 红根
🇸🇮 rdeč koren
🇮🇸 rauðr rót
🇰🇿 қызыл тамыр
🇬🇪 წითელი ფესვი
🇦🇿 qırmızı kök
🇲🇽 raíz roja
Etymology
The term 'redroot' derives from the characteristic color of the roots of certain plants. The name has been commonly associated with Amaranthus plants, notably Amaranthus retroflexus, which features reddish roots. Historically, the word 'red' has its roots in the Old English 'rēad', which signifies the color associated with blood or ripeness. The term 'root' comes from the Old English 'wryþ', which refers to the part of the plant that absorbs nutrients and provides support. The combination of these two words thus describes plants that possess roots characterized by their red coloration. Over time, various indigenous and herbal traditions have utilized the redroot plant for medicinal effects, further solidifying its place in both botanical studies and cultural practices.