manzanita (Meaning)
manzanita (n)
chiefly evergreen shrubs of warm dry areas of western North America
evergreen tree of the Pacific coast of North America having glossy leathery leaves and orange-red edible berries; wood used for furniture and bark for tanning
manzanita (n.)
A name given to several species of Arctostaphylos, but mostly to A. glauca and A. pungens, shrubs of California, Oregon, etc., with reddish smooth bark, ovate or oval coriaceous evergreen leaves, and bearing clusters of red berries, which are said to be a favorite food of the grizzly bear.
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manzanita Sentence Examples
- The manzanita's twisted branches cast intricate shadows upon the forest floor.
- The ripe manzanita berries gleamed like rubies against the dark green leaves.
- The manzanita shrub was a refuge for wildlife, providing food and shelter to birds and insects.
- The thick manzanita bark protected the tree from wildfires and droughts.
- The manzanita's dense foliage created a secluded haven for hikers seeking solitude.
- The ancient manzanita had witnessed countless seasons and bore the scars of past storms.
- The manzanita's delicate blossoms filled the air with a sweet, heady fragrance.
- The medicinal properties of manzanita have been prized by Native American healers for centuries.
- The manzanita wood was so hard that it was used by Native Americans to create tools and weapons.
- The manzanita forest was a symphony of colors, from the emerald green of the leaves to the crimson of the berries.
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chiefly evergreen shrubs of warm dry areas of western North America, evergreen tree of the Pacific coast of North America having glossy leathery leaves and oran
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The manzanita's twisted branches cast intricate shadows upon the forest floor.
The ripe manzanita berries gleamed like rubies against the dark green leaves.
The manzanita shrub was a refuge for wildlife, providing food and shelter to birds and insects.
The thick manzanita bark protected the tree from wildfires and droughts.
