Briony

/ˈbraɪəni/ noun

Definition

A woody climbing plant with large leaves and red or black berries, common in European hedgerows and sometimes used in traditional medicine.

Etymology

From Greek 'bryonia,' derived from 'bryo-' meaning 'to sprout or grow.' The name refers to the plant's vigorous rapid growth habit.

Kelly Says

Briony has a dark history in folklore—people once believed its root looked human and called it the 'mandrake's cousin,' using it in fake magical rituals, though it's actually quite poisonous!

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