daphne mezereum
Definition
- Noun:
- A small European deciduous shrub (Daphne mezereum) known for its fragrant lilac-colored flowers that bloom in late winter or early spring, followed by bright red berries. All parts of the plant, especially the berries and bark, are highly poisonous.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The garden featured a beautiful but dangerous daphne mezereum in full bloom.
- Botanists warn that the attractive red berries of daphne mezereum are highly toxic.
Advanced Usage
- In Botanical Context: The term is used in scientific and horticultural writing to specify this particular species within the genus.
- The study focused on the alkaloid content of Daphne mezereum.
Variants and Related Words
- Mezereon: A common name for .
- February Daphne: Another common name, referring to its early flowering time.
- Spurge Laurel: A name sometimes used, though it can also refer to other related plants.
Synonyms
- Mezereon (noun): The primary synonym.
- February daphne (noun): A descriptive synonym.
Notes on Meaning
- The term refers specifically to a single botanical species. It is not used idiomatically or in phrasal verbs due to its technical nature as a proper scientific name for a plant.
Noun
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small European deciduous shrub with fragrant lilac-colored flowers followed by red berries on highly toxic twigs
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