Idesia

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A group of trees from East Asia that lose their leaves and have round fruits

noun
/aɪˈdiːziə/

Specialized

: Idesia

Botanists have classified only one species under the genus Idesia.

Examples

The Idesia tree is known for its ornamental value and distinctive round fruits.
In East Asian gardens, Idesia is appreciated for its broad leaves and attractive appearance.
The Idesia tree grows rapidly in warm climates.
Many Idesias thrive in East Asia's temperate regions.
In East Asian gardens, Idesia is appreciated for its broad leaves and attractive appearance.
The Idesia tree is known for its ornamental value and distinctive round fruits.
Many Idesia trees thrive in East Asia's temperate regions.

Compounds

Idesia polycarpa

Specialized

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An Asian tree with a round top, heart-shaped leaves and hanging clusters of orange red berries

Surface Forms

Idesia singular

Idesias plural

Etymology

Idesia is a scientific name for a deciduous tree from East Asia, and a helpful way to remember it is to see it as the name Ida plus the ending -esia, so it feels like a 'tree called Ida', which is why Idesia refers to that particular tree species.