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eye·bright E0308100 (ī′brīt′)n. Any of various hemiparasitic plants of the genus Euphrasia, having tubular whitish to purplish flowers with two lobed lips and formerly used to treat eye disorders.eyebright (ˈaɪˌbraɪt) n (Plants) any scrophulariaceous annual plant of the genus Euphrasia, esp E. nemorosa, having small white-and-purple two-lipped flowers: formerly used in the treatment of eye disorders. Also called: euphrasy eye•bright (ˈaɪˌbraɪt) n. any plant of the genus Euphrasia, of the figwort family, as E. officinalis of Europe, formerly used for treating eye disorders. [1525–35] Translationseyebright eyebright eyebrightWhite flowers have purple lines, tiny leaves with bristles. Contains a bioflavonoid that strengthens the blood vessels in the back of the eye. Good for itchy, watery eyes, hay fever. Also used for coughs, congestion, sinus infections, sore throat, ear aches and headaches. The whole plant is edible. Test small amounts first.eyebright
eyebright Herbal medicine An annual that contains glycosides, saponins, tannins and volatile oils. It is anti-inflammatory and astringent, and has a long tradition among herbalists as an eye tonic; it is administered as an infusion or applied topically for itchiness, and has been used for colds, hay fever and sore throat. Homeopathy See Euphrasia.eyebright (ī′brīt″) A small flowering herb from the genus Euphrasia, used in folk medicine as a treatment for low vision and depression. |