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Noun sand myrtle has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebSand MyrtleNoun (Botany)A small evergreen shrub, scientifically known as Leitneria floridana, native to North America. Sense 1:A flowering plant found in sandy coastal areas. Example sentence:The sand myrtle blooms with delicate white flowers in the summer. Sense 2:A plant species belonging to the Myrtaceae family, scientifically known as Rhodomyrtus tomentosa, native to Southeast Asia and Australia. Example sentence:The sand myrtle from Southeast Asia produces small, edible purple berries. Noun (Local)A common name for various shrubs or plants found in specific localities or regions. Sense 1:A nickname used for the California Buckwheat (Eriogonum fasciculatum), a flowering shrub native to California. Example sentence:During our hike, we saw vibrant sand myrtle plants covering the slopes of the California hills. | ||||
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