herbaceous
adjective
her·ba·ceous
ˌ(h)ər-ˈbā-shəs 
1
a
: of, relating to, or having the characteristics of an herb
b
of a stem
: having little or no woody tissue and persisting usually for a single growing season
2
: having the texture, color, or appearance of a leaf
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Ban lan gen is a Chinese drink made by simmering the herbaceous plant, isatis root, in hot water.
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Jeanne Ballion, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2024
Fresh rosemary and thyme: Lends fresh, floral, herbaceous notes that are classic for chicken soup.
—Julia Levy, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2024
Sorrel brings a slightly tart, herbaceous note, while cowberry (similar to a cranberry) adds a touch of fruitiness that brightens up the gin without overwhelming it.
—Emily Price, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024
All herbaceous peonies benefit from being cut back in autumn.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2024
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Jeanne Ballion, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2024
Fresh rosemary and thyme: Lends fresh, floral, herbaceous notes that are classic for chicken soup.
—Julia Levy, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2024
Sorrel brings a slightly tart, herbaceous note, while cowberry (similar to a cranberry) adds a touch of fruitiness that brightens up the gin without overwhelming it.
—Emily Price, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024
All herbaceous peonies benefit from being cut back in autumn.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2024
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herbaceous
adjective
her·ba·ceous
ˌ(h)ər-ˈbā-shəs
1
: of, relating to, or resembling an herb
2
: being a stem with little or no woody tissue and lasting usually only for a single growing season
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