noun
- plural of bloodroot; North American woodland plants with white flowers and red sap in their roots
Usage: botanical
Examples
- The bloodroots bloomed early in the spring woodland.
- She planted bloodroots in the shaded area of her garden.
- The bloodroots’ white petals contrasted beautifully with the dark soil.
- Native Americans traditionally used bloodroots for medicinal purposes.
- The bloodroots emerged before the tree leaves fully opened.
- Bloodroots are among the first wildflowers to appear each year.