Poncirus Trifoliata (Noun)
Meaning
Small fast-growing spiny deciduous Chinese orange tree bearing sweetly scented flowers and decorative but inedible fruit: used as a stock in grafting and for hedges.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The poncirus trifoliata is a popular choice for hedges due to its dense and thorny growth habit.
- Poncirus trifoliata is often used as a rootstock for grafting citrus trees because of its hardiness and resistance to disease.
- In the winter, the poncirus trifoliata's bare branches and spiny stems provide a unique architectural element to the landscape.
- The fragrant flowers of the poncirus trifoliata are a favorite of bees and other pollinators in early spring.
- Poncirus trifoliata is a low-maintenance option for gardeners who want a fast-growing hedge that can thrive in poor soil.