Queensland hemp meaning

UK /ˈkwiːnzlənd hɛmp/ US /ˈkwinzlænd hɛmp/ 3 syllables

Queensland hemp (noun): herb widely distributed in tropics and subtropics used for forage and medicinally as a demulcent and having a fine soft bast stronger than jute; sometimes an aggressive weed.

Definition of Queensland hemp

  1. herb widely distributed in tropics and subtropics used for forage and medicinally as a demulcent and having a fine soft bast stronger than jute; sometimes an aggressive weed

    Synonyms: jellyleaf, Sida rhombifolia

    Type of: mallow

How to pronounce Queensland hemp

Queensland hemp is pronounced /ˈkwiːnzlənd hɛmp/ in British English and /ˈkwinzlænd hɛmp/ in American English. It has 3 syllables.

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