Swamp Hickory (Noun)
Meaning
Hickory of the eastern United States having a leaves with 7 or 9 leaflets and thin-shelled very bitter nuts.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The swamp hickory tree is known for its ability to thrive in wet environments with poor drainage.
- Wildlife such as deer and turkey rely on the swamp hickory for food during the winter months.
- Swamp hickory is a deciduous tree commonly found in the eastern United States.
- The thin-shelled nuts of the swamp hickory are often avoided by humans due to their extremely bitter taste.
- In some areas, swamp hickory is used as a natural border to separate properties due to its dense foliage.