Xanthorroea (Noun)
Meaning
Grass trees; sometimes placed in family Xanthorrhoeaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The large xanthorrhoea that stood sentinel on the hill was a striking landmark in an otherwise featureless landscape.
- After a fire, the xanthorrhoea sprouts new leaves and flowers from its base, while the old burnt stalks remain standing.
- A group of students on a field trip excitedly gathered around the ancient xanthorrhoea, estimating its age to be hundreds of years.
- The local Aboriginal people used the plume-like flowers of the xanthorrhoea in traditional ceremonies, and also made furniture from its resilient wood.
- By adapting to the poor soil with a deep taproot and compact growth habit, the xanthorrhoea was able to thrive in harsh Australian outback conditions.