pellitory
noun
pel·li·to·ry
ˈpe-lə-ˌtȯr-ē 
plural pellitories
1
: a southern European composite plant (Anacyclus pyrethrum) resembling yarrow
called also pellitory-of-Spain
2
: any of a genus (Parietaria) of herbs of the nettle family with alternate leaves and inconspicuous flowers
called also pellitory-of-the-wall
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“Pellitory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pellitory. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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