hairy aromatic perennial herb having whorls of small white purple-spotted flowers in a terminal spike; used in the past as a domestic remedy; strongly attractive to cats
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catnip::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | catmint, nepeta cataria |
| Type of | herb, herbaceous plant |
Examples of catnip
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Last year, Jessie got toys and the cats got play mice and a large bag of catnip.
From the sfgate.com
So she would probably say I'm a cold witch, but that I give her catnip and food.
From the edeneatseverything.com
Because the meetings are off the record, they are catnip to conspiracy theorists.
From the economist.com
Petting, grooming, daily abdominal massage and some catnip for Minnie might help.
From the washingtonpost.com
Although this is not the true catnip, its aromatic leaves are enticing to cats.
From the stltoday.com
Catnip for anyone who thinks cinema is for the eye rather than the brain or heart.
From the telegraph.co.uk
If he likes catnip, get a fresh supply to rub on his toys and scratching post.
From the sacbee.com
The romantic lure of patriotism unbuttoned is not just catnip to politicians.
From the post-gazette.com
Use butterfly weeds, salvia, nicotiana, blue daze, verbena, thyme and catnip.
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- Catmint: hairy aromatic perennial herb having whorls of small white purple-spotted flowers in a terminal spike; used in the past as a domestic remedy; strongly attractive to cats
- Nepeta cataria (also known as catnip, catswort, or catmint) is a plant in the Lamiaceae family. The common names can also be used to refer to the Nepeta genus as a whole.
- Any of the about 250 species of flowering plant of the genus Nepeta, family Lamiaceae, certain of which are said to have medicinal qualities; Nepeta cataria and Nepeta grandiflora (and perhaps other species), which are well-known for causing an apparently harmless pheromone-based intoxication ...
- A hairy aromatic perennial herb (Nepeta cataria) in the mint family, native to Eurasia and containing an aromatic oil to which cats are strongly attracted.
- A traditional cold and flu remedy. It is a useful diaphoretic helpful in any feverish condition, especially acute bronchitis. It is beneficial as a carminative (reliever of gas) and makes a good remedy for the treatment of diarrhea in children. It also has anti-spasmodic properties. ...
- "Catnip" is the common name for a perennial herb of the mint family. It is native to Europe and is an import to the United States and other countries. Given to the right cat, catnip can cause an amazing reaction! ...
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- Perennial herb with white flowers that most cats show a liking to
- A plant that cats over six months of age is a stimulant.
