Osmanthus Americanus (Noun)
Meaning
Small tree of southern United States having panicles of dull white flowers followed by dark purple fruits.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Osmanthus americanus is a fragrant small tree found primarily in the southern United States.
- In its native habitat, Osmanthus americanus thrives as a understory tree beneath larger species.
- A mature Osmanthus americanus specimen is often around 15-20 feet in height with a rounded crown.
- Osmanthus americanus boasts dull white panicles of flowers that bloom in late summer months.
- The fruit of Osmanthus americanus trees turn from green to deep purple once fully ripe.