What is another word for cochlearia?
Pronunciation: [kət͡ʃlˈi͡əɹi͡ə] (IPA) 
Cochlearia is a botanical term that refers to plants of the genus Cochlearia. These plants are commonly known as spoonworts due to the shape of their leaves. The term cochlearia is derived from the Latin word "cochlear," meaning spoon. Synonyms for cochlearia include spoonwort, scurvy-grass, and bittercress. Spoonwort is a reference to the shape of the plant's leaves, while scurvy-grass refers to the fact that the plant was once used as a source of vitamin C to prevent scurvy in sailors. Bittercress is another common name for cochlearia, likely due to the plant's bitter taste.
