Meaning ofalkanetin English

Noun

1. a plant yielding red dye; roots used
   The alkanet plant has been used for centuries to produce a vibrant red dye.
2. red dye extracted from roots; for fabrics
   Alkanet roots are boiled to extract the valuable red dye for coloring fabrics.
3. a blue-flowered plant; evergreen leaves
   The alkanet plant is known for its attractive blue flowers and evergreen leaves.