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mahonia

 

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Noun mahonia has 1 sense
  1. Mahonia, genus Mahonia - evergreen shrubs and small trees of North and Central America and Asia
    --1 is a kind of magnoliid dicot genus
    --1 is a member of Berberidaceae, family Berberidaceae, barberry family

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Mahonia

Noun

A type of evergreen shrub native to Asia and North America, often cultivated for its attractive foliage and brightly colored flowers.

Sense 1:

Also known as Oregon grape, the mahonia (Mahonia aquifolium) produces clusters of yellow flowers, followed by dark blue berries.

Sample sentence: The mahonia in my garden is blooming beautifully this spring.

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Sense 2:

The mahonia bealei, also called leatherleaf mahonia, exhibits glossy pinnate leaves with spiny edges.

Sample sentence: The mahonia bealei adds a touch of elegance to any landscape with its shiny leaves.

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Adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the Mahonia plant.

Sense 1:

The mahonia flowers add a vibrant touch to the garden.

Sample sentence: The mahonia bush stood proudly in its corner, showing off its vivid yellow blooms.

Sense 2:

The mahonia leaves are spiny and leathery, providing a unique texture to the landscape.

Sample sentence: The mahonia's foliage is both beautiful and tough, making it a great choice for decorative purposes.

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