Shallon (Noun)
Meaning
Small evergreen shrub of Pacific coast of North America having edible dark purple grape-sized berries.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The shallon is a relatively understated plant in its native habitats along the Pacific coast of North America.
- Shallon is valued not only for its edible fruit, but also for its beautiful flowers and attractive foliage.
- The shallon shrub often reaches heights of around 3 to 6 meters, and its edible berries are sweet and nutritious.
- Local wildlife rely heavily on the shallon for both its succulent berries and the shelter its dense foliage provides.
- In traditional Pacific Northwest cuisine, shallon berries were used both fresh and dried as an ingredient in various recipes.