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Definition of winter aconite

winter aconite

Plural:winter aconites
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A low-growing tuberous perennial plant (Eranthis hyemalis) in the buttercup family, native to European woodlands, characterized by deeply divided leaves and bright yellow, cup-shaped flowers that bloom very early in the year, often pushing through snow.

Example

"As the snow began to melt in late February, a vibrant patch of winter aconite emerged beneath the bare branches of the oak tree."

Word Nuance & Usage

Although named 'aconite' due to similar leaf structures, the winter aconite belongs to the genus Eranthis and is distinct from the highly toxic true aconites (monkshoods) of the genus Aconitum.

• Nearby Words

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Winter aconite. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/winter-aconite
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