Tamarisk (Noun)
Meaning
Any shrub or small tree of the genus Tamarix having small scalelike or needle-shaped leaves and feathery racemes of small white or pinkish flowers; of mostly coastal areas with saline soil.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The landscape architects chose tamarisk as a suitable plant species for the coastal garden due to its ability to thrive in saline soil.
- In the dry riverbed, a cluster of tamarisk shrubs sprouted, displaying vibrant pink flowers that stood out against the arid backdrop.
- Tamarisk trees are often used as ornamental plants in regions with dry climates, but can be invasive and harm local ecosystems.
- Birds often build their nests within the dense branches of the tamarisk, where the intricate web of twigs provides shelter from strong winds.
- The artist sketched a beautiful landscape with tamarisk trees standing proudly along the shore, their delicate flowers swaying gently in the breeze.