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holly-leaf cherry

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun holly-leaf cherry has 1 sense
  1. holly-leaved cherry, holly-leaf cherry, evergreen cherry, islay, Prunus ilicifolia - California evergreen wild plum with spiny leathery leaves and white flowers
    --1 is a kind of wild plum, wild plum tree

Definitions from the Web

Holly-Leaf Cherry

Definition:

The holly-leaf cherry is a small evergreen shrub or tree native to the western United States, particularly California. It belongs to the family Rosaceae and is characterized by its glossy, holly-like leaves and vibrant red cherries.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

Sense 1: The holly-leaf cherry plant or tree.

Sense 2: The edible red fruit of the holly-leaf cherry tree.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

Many gardeners love to plant holly-leaf cherry shrubs for their ornamental beauty and evergreen foliage.

The holly-leaf cherry is often admired for its vibrant red berries during the winter months.

Local Usage:

In California, holly-leaf cherries are commonly consumed as fresh fruits or used in making preserves and pies.

The holly-leaf cherry has traditional medicinal uses among indigenous tribes, who believe in its healing properties.

Sample Sentences:

1. The holly-leaf cherry is an excellent choice for adding year-round visual interest to your garden.

2. Be cautious of the holly-leaf cherry's red cherries as they are not intended for human consumption.

3. I love picking holly-leaf cherries during late summer and making delicious jams out of them.

4. The holly-leaf cherry has a long history of being used in Native American herbal remedies.

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