wig tree
Definition
Noun: 1. A shrub with distinctive flowers: A deciduous shrub (Cotinus coggygria) native to Eurasia, known for its unique, feathery flower clusters. These clusters are large, airy, and typically yellowish or pinkish, creating a hazy, smoke-like appearance around the plant.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The garden's focal point was a magnificent wig tree covered in its characteristic smoky plumes.
- In autumn, the leaves of the wig tree turn brilliant shades of red and orange.
- They planted a wig tree to add texture and a soft, cloud-like effect to the border.
Advanced Usage
- Horticultural Context: The term is used specifically in gardening and botany to refer to this ornamental species. It is often discussed for its visual impact and seasonal changes.
- For a dramatic late-summer display, consider the wig tree alongside other foliage plants.
Variants and Related Words
- Smoke tree / Smoke bush: Common synonyms for . "Smoke bush" often refers to the cultivated, shrubby form.
- The smoke tree is another name for the wig tree.
Synonyms
- Smoke tree
- Smoke bush
- Venetian sumac (a less common name)
Related Idioms or Phrases
- (To be) wreathed in smoke: While not a direct idiom using "wig tree," the plant's appearance is often described using this phrase.
- In July, the entire shrub appears to be wreathed in delicate, smoky haze.
Noun
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Old World shrub having large plumes of yellowish feathery flowers resembling puffs of smoke
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