Highbush Cranberry (Noun)
Meaning
Deciduous North American shrub or small tree having three-lobed leaves and red berries.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Viburnum opulus plant, also known as the highbush cranberry, is often used as an ornamental in gardens and landscapes.
- In the fall, the highbush cranberry bush is a picturesque sight, with clusters of bright red berries hanging from its branches.
- Although it resembles true cranberries, the highbush cranberry's berries are not typically eaten fresh due to their tartness.
- Birds and other small animals often rely on the highbush cranberry as a source of food during the winter months.
- In many areas, the highbush cranberry has become a popular alternative to invasive ornamental plants like buckthorn and honeysuckle.