Brachychiton Populneus (Noun)
Meaning
Widely distributed tree of eastern Australia yielding a tough durable fiber and soft light attractively grained wood; foliage is an important emergency food for cattle.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Brachychiton populneus, also known as Kurrajong, is a widely distributed tree native to eastern Australia.
- The Brachychiton populneus tree produces tough, durable fibers and soft, attractively grained wood.
- Farmers in eastern Australia rely on Brachychiton populneus as an emergency food source for cattle when other feed is scarce.
- Brachychiton populneus trees have adapted well to the dry conditions often experienced in eastern Australia.
- The soft wood from Brachychiton populneus is often used for furniture making due to its attractive grain.