Good-King-Henry
noun
a European, chenopodiaceous weed, Chenopodium bonus-henricus, naturalized in North America, having spinachlike leaves.
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Good King Henry
Good King Henrynouna weedy edible chenopodiaceous plant, Chenopodium bonus-henricus , of N Europe, W Asia, and North America, having arrow-shaped leaves and clusters of small green flowers
Good-King-Henry
American
[good-king-hen-ree]
/ ˈgʊdˌkɪŋˈhɛn ri /
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Good-King-Henries
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Good King Henry
British
noun
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Etymology
Origin of Good-King-Henry
First recorded in 1895–1900
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Known as "le bon roi Henri" — Good King Henry — he was remembered for his kindness and care toward his subjects.
From US News ● Jul. 9, 2016
It has been eaten in mistake for Good King Henry, which is sometimes called Mercury Goosefoot; but it is decidedly poisonous, even when cooked.
From Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure by William Thomas Fernie
Why the said Goosefoot has been named "Good King Henry," or, "Good King Harry," is a disputed point.
From Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure by William Thomas Fernie
When boiled and eaten with fried bacon in error for the English spinach, Good King Henry, it has produced sickness, drowsiness, and convulsive twitchings.
From Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure by William Thomas Fernie
A wild species of Spinach, the "Good King Henry," grows in England, and is popular as a pot herb in Lincolnshire.
From Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure by William Thomas Fernie
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