palo blanco
The term "palo blanco" comes from Spanish, meaning "white stick," and is used to describe several tree species with distinct white bark.
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Definition
C1Botany
(technical)A tree native to the Sonoran Desert in Mexico, known for its white, papery bark and thornless branches, often used in landscaping.
Example
- Mariosousa willardiana, or palo blanco, is popular in xeriscaping due to its minimal water needs.
C1Botany
(technical)A western American hackberry with light-colored bark.
Example
- Celtis reticulata, known as palo blanco, is commonly found in the southwestern United States.
C1Botany
(technical)A Mexican mimosaceous tree whose bark is used in tanning.
Example
- Lysiloma candidum, or palo blanco, is valued for its bark in the tanning industry.
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