Cladrastis (Noun)
Meaning
Yellowwoods.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Cladrastis kentukea, also known as the American yellowwood, is a deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States.
- The genus Cladrastis includes several species of flowering trees commonly known as yellowwoods.
- In the mountainous regions of Asia, the Cladrastis delavayi is a highly sought-after timber tree due to its valuable wood.
- Cladrastis trees are known for their stunning panicles of fragrant white flowers that bloom in late spring.
- The seeds of the Cladrastis platycarpa are a vital food source for various birds and small mammals in the forest ecosystem.