Fragrant Sumac (Noun)
Meaning
Sweet-scented sumac of eastern America having ternate leaves and yellowish-green flowers in spikes resembling catkins followed by red hairy fruits.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The fragrant sumac was a common sight in the woods near our house, its bright yellow flowers and red berries a welcome splash of color in the late summer.
- Fragrant sumac is often used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, prized for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.
- In the fall, the fragrant sumac plants in our neighborhood turned a brilliant red, adding to the autumn foliage display.
- The park ranger pointed out a fragrant sumac plant growing alongside the trail, noting its distinctive ternate leaves and hairy red fruits.
- As we walked through the forest, the sweet scent of fragrant sumac wafted through the air, mingling with the earthy smell of damp soil.