Prunus Lyonii (Noun)
Meaning
Evergreen shrub or small tree found on Catalina Island (California).
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Prunus lyonii is a rare evergreen shrub or small tree found primarily on Catalina Island in California.
- The Catalina cherry, also known as Prunus lyonii, is a unique species native to the island.
- Prunus lyonii is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive flowers and evergreen foliage.
- Conservation efforts are in place to protect Prunus lyonii, which is considered an endangered species due to habitat loss.
- Prunus lyonii can grow up to 15 feet tall and is commonly found in the island's coastal scrub and chaparral ecosystems.