ClimateSeptember 6, 2026
aconite
AK-uh-nite
Definition
A herbaceous plant belonging to the buttercup family, noted for its early appearance in late winter and early spring.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek word 'akoniton', the term was historically associated with a poisonous plant believed to grow on bare rocks, eventually entering English through Latin.
In the news
The author identifies the aconite as the first flower of late winter to emerge through the melting snow, marking a seasonal transition they recall fondly.
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