Carolina Jasmine (Noun)
Meaning
Poisonous woody evergreen vine of southeastern United States having fragrant yellow funnel-shaped flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The carolina jasmine vine was carefully pruned to prevent its toxic sap from spreading to other plants in the garden.
- Carolina jasmine is often mistaken for a harmless flowering vine due to its beautiful yellow blooms.
- The gardener made sure to wear gloves when handling the carolina jasmine to avoid skin irritation from its poisonous sap.
- In the southeastern United States, carolina jasmine can be found growing wild in wooded areas and along fences.
- Despite its toxic properties, carolina jasmine is sometimes cultivated for its fragrant and attractive funnel-shaped flowers.