Definition of alkanet

• n. - A dyeing matter extracted from the roots of Alkanna tinctoria, which gives a fine deep red color.
• n. - A boraginaceous herb (Alkanna tinctoria) yielding the dye; orchanet.
• n. - The similar plant Anchusa officinalis; bugloss; also, the American puccoon.
• n. - A dyeing matter extracted from the roots of Alkanna tinctoria, which gives a fine deep red color.
• n. - A boraginaceous herb (Alkanna tinctoria) yielding the dye; orchanet.
• n. - The similar plant Anchusa officinalis; bugloss; also, the American puccoon.