cornelian cherry
Definition
- Noun:
- A deciduous European shrub or small tree having bright red fruit: "cornelian cherry" refers to a specific type of plant, Cornus mas, which is a woody plant that loses its leaves annually. It is native to Europe and produces small, bright red, cherry-like fruits.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The cornelian cherry in our garden produces fruit that is excellent for making preserves.
- We planted a cornelian cherry for its early spring yellow flowers.
Advanced Usage
- Horticultural Context: The term is used specifically in botany and gardening to identify the species .
- Cornelian cherry is valued as an ornamental and for its edible fruit.
Variants and Related Words
- Cornelian (noun): An alternative, shorter name for the same plant.
- The cornelian is also known as the European cornel.
- Cornus mas (noun): The scientific Latin name for the cornelian cherry.
Synonyms
- European cornel: Another common name for the same shrub or tree.
Noun
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deciduous European shrub or small tree having bright red fruit
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