ALKANET

n.

3 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
n.

A dyeing matter extracted from the roots of Alkanna tinctoria, which gives a fine deep red color.

2.
n.

A boraginaceous herb (Alkanna tinctoria) yielding the dye; orchanet.

3.
n.

The similar plant Anchusa officinalis; bugloss; also, the American puccoon.