crape myrtle

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crape myrtle

A gardener prunes a crape myrtle in a sunny yard.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A type of ornamental shrub: "crape myrtle" refers to a specific flowering shrub, Lagerstroemia indica, known for its showy, crinkled flowers and attractive bark. It is commonly cultivated in warm climates for decorative purposes in gardens and landscapes.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The vibrant pink blooms of the crape myrtle brightened the entire street.
    • We planted a row of crape myrtles along the driveway for summer color.
Advanced Usage
  • "Dwarf crape myrtle": refers to smaller cultivars of the plant suitable for limited spaces.
    • For the patio container, I chose a dwarf crape myrtle.
Variants and Related Words
  • Crepe myrtle: An alternative, common spelling for "crape myrtle". Both spellings refer to the same plant.
    • The crepe myrtle is also prized for its exfoliating bark.
Synonyms
  • Lagerstroemia indica: The botanical, scientific name for the crape myrtle.
crape myrtle

A gardener prunes a crape myrtle in a sunny yard.

Noun
  1. ornamental shrub from eastern India commonly planted in the southern United States

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