1. A genus of plants in the buttercup family, characterized by feathery seed heads and cup-shaped flowers, native to temperate regions of Europe and Asia.
Usage: botanical term; also called pasque flower
2. A homeopathic remedy prepared from the dried plant Pulsatilla vulgaris, traditionally used in alternative medicine.
Usage: alternative medicine; homeopathy

Examples

• The pulsatilla blooms in early spring with delicate purple flowers.
• Gardeners often cultivate pulsatilla for its attractive feathery seed heads.
• The pulsatilla plant thrives in well-drained soil and sunny locations.
• In homeopathy, pulsatilla is used to treat various ailments, though scientific evidence is limited.
• The genus pulsatilla includes several species found across Europe and Asia.