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Cliftonia

Cliftonia

9.9
A small evergreen tree or shrub that grows in swamps in the southeastern United States
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Many gardeners appreciate Cliftonia for its attractive glossy leaves and its tolerance of poorly-drained soils.

Examples

  • The white, fragrant flowers of Cliftonia attract bees and other pollinators each spring.

  • In the wetlands of Georgia, Cliftonia is often found growing alongside cypress and tupelo trees.

  • The Cliftonia plant thrives in wetland areas.

  • Have you ever seen a Cliftonia in bloom?

  • In the wetlands of Georgia, Cliftonia is often found growing alongside cypress and tupelo trees.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Cliftonia for its attractive glossy leaves and its tolerance of poorly-drained soils.

  • The white, fragrant flowers of Cliftonia attract bees and other pollinators each spring.

Compounds

Cliftonia monophylla
  • Specialized
9.9

A small tree with glossy leaves and fragrant white flowers found in wet coastal areas

Surface Forms

Cliftonia singular
Cliftonias plural

Etymology

The word Cliftonia comes from the English place or family name Clifton plus the plant-name ending -ia, which is often used to 'name after' a person or place, as in Gardenia. So, thinking of a 'Clifton' place or person helps you remember Cliftonia is the scientific name for a wetland shrub from the southeastern United States.