Cat's-claw (Noun)
Meaning
Erect shrub with small if any spines having racemes of white to yellow flowers followed by curved pointed pods and black shiny seeds; West Indies and Florida.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The botanist studied the cat's-claw shrub, noting its unique curved pointed pods and black shiny seeds.
- Cat's-claw is a common sight in Florida landscapes, where its white to yellow flowers attract a variety of pollinators.
- The tropical garden featured a variety of plants, including the cat's-claw, which added a delicate touch to the exhibit.
- In the West Indies, cat's-claw shrubs grow wild, their small spines and racemes of flowers blending in with the native vegetation.
- The gardener carefully pruned the cat's-claw, removing dead flowers and seed pods to promote new growth.