Prairie Crab (Noun)
Meaning
Wild crab apple of western United States with fragrant pink flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The prairie crab is a common sight in the rolling hills of the western United States, its fragrant pink flowers blooming in the early spring.
- In the wild, the prairie crab can be found growing in a variety of habitats, from dry prairies to woodland edges.
- The prairie crab is a popular choice for landscaping in the western United States, valued for its attractive flowers and tolerance of drought.
- The fragrant pink flowers of the prairie crab are a favorite of bees and butterflies, which are attracted to the tree's sweet nectar.
- In the fall, the prairie crab produces small, edible apples that are a favorite of birds and small mammals.