Populus Canescens (Noun)
Meaning
Large rapidly growing poplar with faintly lobed dentate leaves grey on the lower surface; native to Europe but introduced and naturalized elsewhere.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The landscape architect chose populus canescens for the park's design due to its rapid growth rate and attractive foliage.
- Populus canescens is often used as a windbreak or shelterbelt in rural areas due to its large size and dense canopy.
- The botanist studied the unique characteristics of populus canescens, including its faintly lobed dentate leaves with grey undersides.
- In some regions, populus canescens has become an invasive species, outcompeting native vegetation and altering local ecosystems.
- The forestry team planted populus canescens along the riverbank to help stabilize the soil and prevent erosion.