Cladrastis Kentukea (Noun)
Meaning
Small handsome roundheaded deciduous tree having showy white flowers in terminal clusters and heavy hardwood yielding yellow dye.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The botanical garden showcased a beautiful specimen of Cladrastis kentukea, its delicate white blooms swaying gently in the breeze.
- Woodworkers prized the hardwood of the Cladrastis kentukea for its durability and resistance to rot and insect damage.
- In the Appalachian region, the Cladrastis kentukea was a common sight, its showy white flowers brightening up the forest landscape in late spring.
- The yellow dye extracted from the Cladrastis kentukea was highly valued by textile artists for its vibrant color and lightfast properties.
- Naturalists often sought out the Cladrastis kentukea for its unique combination of attractive flowers and valuable timber.