Needlebush (Noun)
Meaning
Shrub with pungent rigid needle-shaped leaves and white flowers; eastern Australia.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Hikers through eastern Australia often avoid the stubborn needlebush that grows alongside the trails.
- In some areas of Australia, the needlebush is a sought-after plant for its fragrant white flowers and aesthetic foliage.
- Backcountry rangers regularly removed needlebush from trails to protect both hikers and the delicate ecosystem.
- In a bid to repel pests, gardeners have been using extracts from Australian needlebush in their gardens.
- Wildlife explorers photograph the unique needlebush during sunrise when the morning light emphasizes the white blooms.