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Lindera

Lindera

9.9
A group of scented shrubs and trees related to laurel from Asia and North America
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The botanist identified the shrub as a member of the Lindera genus based on its aromatic leaves.

Examples

  • The Lindera plants in her garden fill the air with a spicy fragrance in the spring.

  • The Lindera plant thrives in moist, well-drained soil.

  • Many species of Lindera are prized for their ornamental foliage and medicinal properties.

  • Many gardeners appreciate the beauty of Lindera shrubs.

  • Many species of Lindera are prized for their ornamental foliage and medicinal properties.

  • The Lindera plants in her garden fill the air with a spicy fragrance in the spring.

  • The botanist identified the shrub as a member of the Lindera genus based on its aromatic leaves.

Compounds

Lindera benzoin
  • Specialized
9.9

A shrub with fragrant leaves and bark, yellow flowers, and red or yellow berries

Surface Forms

Lindera singular
Linderas plural

Etymology

The word Lindera can be remembered by thinking of the familiar linden tree, because the names sound alike and both are woody plants you might find in a garden. That's why Lindera refers to a group of fragrant shrubs and trees.