Tollon (Noun)
Meaning
Ornamental evergreen treelike shrub of the Pacific coast of the United States having large white flowers and red berrylike fruits; often placed in genus Photinia.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The beautiful tollon in our backyard garden displayed vibrant red berrylike fruits during the winter months.
- A tollon shrub with its distinctive large white flowers and luscious leaves added elegance to our front yard.
- Our landscape designer recommended incorporating a tollon into our garden to attract local birds and enhance biodiversity.
- As a native plant species, the tollon played a significant role in preserving the ecosystem of the Pacific coast region.
- Local nurseries often showcased tollon plants as an ideal substitute for more high-maintenance flowering shrubs.