Chondrilla

/kɑːnˈdrɪlə/ noun

Definition

A genus of plants in the chicory family, characterized by small flowers and sometimes used in traditional medicine.

Etymology

From Greek 'chondros' (grain) possibly referring to seed structure; used as a scientific genus name for flowering plants with granular or small structural features.

Kelly Says

Chondrilla juncea, known as skeletonweed, is an invasive species that causes millions in agricultural losses—a plant so small and apparently insignificant that it devastates entire regions.

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