scurvy grass

noun

1. a plant, Cochlearia officinalis, of the mustard family, purported to be a remedy for scurvy.

scurvy grass

noun

1. any of various plants of the genus Cochlearia, esp C. officinalis, of Europe and North America, formerly used to treat scurvy: family Brassicaceae (crucifers)

Word History and Origins

Origin of scurvy grass¹

First recorded in 1590–1600

Example Sentences

"For example, Danish scurvy grass, wild carrot, and bladder campion would traditionally be found on the cliffs and coastline of Wales."

From BBC

There are several other plants that have spread from the sea shore but Danish scurvy grass has spread the fastest.

From BBC

During the brief arctic summer, under the surgeon's orders, the valleys were searched for sorrel and scurvy grass, which contributed to the improved physical health of the men.

From Project Gutenberg

They found here, too, what was more valuable—the scurvy grass.

From Project Gutenberg

This is thanks in part to Noma, the celebrated Copenhagen restaurant run by René Redzepi where chefs find and then serve wild plants like scurvy grass and sorrel.

From New York Times