bugloss

noun

bu·gloss | \ ˈbyü-ˌgläs

, -ˌglȯs\

Definition of bugloss

: any of several coarse hairy plants (genera Anchusa, Lycopsis, and Echium) of the borage family — compare viper's bugloss

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Under large trees or in the deep shade of buildings, where few plants can get enough sunlight to flower, gardeners turn to foliage for drama, with perennials such as hosta, Siberian bugloss, wild ginger or goldenray (Ligularia). — Beth Botts, chicagotribune.com, "Pair bold perennials with slender sorts for visual interest," 1 May 2017

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