Weaver's Broom (Noun)
Meaning
Tall thornless shrub having pale yellow flowers and flexible rushlike twigs used in basketry; of southwestern Europe and Mediterranean; naturalized in California.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The weaver's broom, also known as Corema album, is a versatile shrub with a history of use in basketry and crafts.
- This tall shrub has pale yellow flowers, particularly visible in the Mediterranean regions and southwestern Europe.
- Before baskets can be made from its stems, the weaver's broom is harvested and then cured for later use.
- Some people like to keep weaver's broom in their backyard gardens for crafting and gardening purposes.
- Experts have noted the robust spread of weaver's broom as it has become naturalized in areas like California.