California Box Elder (Noun)
Meaning
Maple of the Pacific coast of the United States; fruits are white when mature.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The California box elder is a type of maple tree commonly found along the Pacific coast of the United States.
- California box elder trees are known for their distinctive white fruits that mature in the fall season.
- In some regions, the California box elder is considered an invasive species due to its rapid growth and ability to outcompete native vegetation.
- The California box elder is often used as a shade tree in urban landscapes due to its fast growth rate and tolerance of drought.
- California box elder trees can be identified by their compound leaves and clusters of white, winged seeds that mature in the summer months.