Moss Locust (Noun)
Meaning
Large shrub or small tree of the eastern United States having bristly stems and large clusters of pink flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The tree, often mistakenly identified as a rose of sharon, was actually a moss locust with its delicate pink flowers on full display.
- Walking through the woods, we stumbled upon a moss locust its blooms drawing a swarm of bees and butterflies to the area.
- If landscape architects want to make their projects stand out, using the vibrant moss locust plant would be wise decision.
- These types of trees such as the moss locust can bring warmth and color to urban communities.
- This summer the homeowner planted moss locust so in future they will be able to appreciate beautiful pink clusters of flowers.