Velvetweed (Noun)
Meaning
Tall annual herb or subshrub of tropical Asia having velvety leaves and yellow flowers and yielding a strong fiber; naturalized in southeastern Europe and United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The unusual growth patterns of velvetweed made it an unlikely choice for the garden show, yet its striking appearance won over many visitors.
- The fields were overrun by the yellow blooms of velvetweed that seemed to appear almost overnight.
- Horticulturists are studying ways to control the spread of invasive velvetweed in sensitive ecosystems.
- After its naturalization in the area, the strong fiber of velvetweed was put to use by local artisans in crafting unique textiles.
- Efforts were made to contain the spread of velvetweed to protect the region's delicate wildlife balance.