Meryta
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A small to medium evergreen tree from ocean islands often called puka
- noun
- Specialized
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Meryta
- Scientists studied the leaves of the Meryta to understand their unique adaptations to oceanic climates.
Examples
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The Meryta species are commonly found in the South Pacific islands.
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Many gardeners appreciate the Meryta for its ornamental value.
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A mature Meryta can serve as an important windbreak in coastal gardens.
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The Meryta tree is known for its beautiful foliage.
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A mature Meryta can serve as an important windbreak in coastal gardens.
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The Meryta species are commonly found in the South Pacific islands.
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Many gardeners appreciate the Meryta for its ornamental value.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Meryta is the scientific name for a group of evergreen trees that grow on ocean islands and are often called 'puka' by local people. A helpful way to remember it is to picture a coastal 'puka' with large leaves standing as a windbreak, so Meryta refers to those Pacific coastal trees.
