bog asphodel

Noun

  • A yellow-flowered perennial, Narthecium ossifragum (species) found in wet open areas of western Europe, and bearing orange fruits formerly used as a food coloring.
  • Related species found elsewhere, such as Narthecium americanum (species) and Narthecium californicum (species)

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