buckleya (Meaning)
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buckleya (n)
parasitic shrub of the eastern United States having opposite leaves and insignificant greenish flowers followed by oily dull green olivelike fruits
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buckleya Sentence Examples
- The buckleya plant, also known as Buckley's buckthorn, is native to the southeastern United States.
- Buckleya grows in moist woodlands and is often found near streams or swamps.
- The small, inconspicuous flowers of the buckleya plant bloom in early summer.
- In autumn, the buckleya plant bears small, round, red berries that are attractive to wildlife.
- Some species of birds, such as the cedar waxwing, feed on the berries of the buckleya plant.
- Buckleya is a dioecious plant, meaning individual plants are either male or female.
- The female buckleya plants produce the berries, while the male plants produce pollen.
- The berries of the buckleya plant are not edible for humans and can be toxic if ingested.
- Buckleya is sometimes used in landscaping for its ornamental berries and glossy green foliage.
- Conservation efforts aim to protect the natural habitats of buckleya plants due to threats such as habitat loss.
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parasitic shrub of the eastern United States having opposite leaves and insignificant greenish flowers followed by oily dull green olivelike fruits
No synonyms found.
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The buckleya plant, also known as Buckley's buckthorn, is native to the southeastern United States.
Buckleya grows in moist woodlands and is often found near streams or swamps.
The small, inconspicuous flowers of the buckleya plant bloom in early summer.
In autumn, the buckleya plant bears small, round, red berries that are attractive to wildlife.
