Japan Bittersweet (Noun)
Meaning
Ornamental Asiatic vine with showy orange-yellow fruit with a scarlet aril; naturalized in North America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Japan bittersweet vine had grown up the trellis, its bright orange-yellow fruit a vibrant splash of color against the autumn foliage.
- In the garden, the Japan bittersweet was a popular choice for its attractive fruit and ability to thrive in a variety of conditions.
- The naturalized Japan bittersweet vines had spread rapidly through the woodland, their showy fruit a favorite of local birds.
- The gardener carefully pruned the Japan bittersweet to encourage more fruiting and to keep its vigorous growth in check.
- As the seasons changed, the Japan bittersweet's fruit transformed from a deep green to a brilliant orange-yellow, signaling the start of autumn.