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  1. black horehound, black archangel, fetid horehound, stinking horehound, Ballota nigranoun

    ill-smelling European herb with rugose leaves and whorls of dark purple flowers

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  1. black horehoundnoun

    The plant Ballota nigra possessing a disagreeable odor. Traditionally used as a medicinal herb as an antispasmodic, stimulant and vermifuge.

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  1. black horehound

    Ballota nigra, black horehound, is a perennial herb of the family Lamiaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and to central Asia and it can be found throughout Europe. It is also naturalized in Argentina, New Zealand, and the Eastern United States. It blooms in the Northern Hemisphere from May to August.

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  1. black horehound

    Black horehound, scientifically known as Ballota nigra, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the mint family (Lamiaceae). It is native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia, and is characterized by its strong, unpleasant smell, hairy leaves, and small pink to purple flowers. This plant has been used in traditional medicine for various purposes including easing digestive issues and respiratory problems. Its dried parts are sometimes used in brewing certain types of beer and liqueurs.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of black horehound in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of black horehound in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2


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