arbutus
- noun
- /ɑːrˈbjuːtəs/
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arbutus
- An occasional arbutus tree flashes red on the hillside.
Examples
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The arbutus tree is known for its striking red berries that stand out in the winter landscape.
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Their bad taste allowed Pliny the Elder to derive the plant's Latin name, Arbutus unedo, from the phrase Unum Edo.
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In spring, the arbutus showcases delicate pinkish flowers that attract many pollinators.
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Along the path, we spotted several arbutus shrubs with their vibrant red stems and glossy leaves.
Synonyms
A small bush with leaves all year and red berries you can eat
Compounds
- Specialized
A large evergreen tree with smooth red bark, glossy leaves, orange edible berries, and wood used for furniture
- Specialized
A small evergreen shrub or tree often called the strawberry tree with red berries that taste bland
- Specialized
A group of evergreen trees and shrubs like the strawberry tree that grow in southern Europe and western North America
A low shrub that keeps green leaves all year and has pink or white flowers that smell sweet
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word arbutus comes from an old Latin name that meant the 'strawberry tree' and is related to arbor, which means 'tree'. So an arbutus today is still a small evergreen tree or shrub known for its white flowers and bright red berries.
