CultureJuly 15, 2026
henna
/ˈhɛnə/
Definition
A reddish-brown dye derived from the leaves of a tropical shrub, commonly used to create temporary, intricate decorative patterns on the skin.
Etymology
The word originates from the Arabic 'ḥinnāʾ,' referring to the plant Lawsonia inermis. It entered English via Spanish and is used to describe both the plant and the dye derived from it.
In the news
The article mentions henna artists as one of the featured local vendors at the Indian Food Festival, highlighting it as a cultural service attendees can experience.
Fourth annual Indian Food Festival to return to Colorado Springs on Aug. 1
Read the full article ↗FOX21 News Colorado