wood rose
"Wood rose" can refer to various plants and a specific color, showcasing its diverse meanings in different contexts.
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Definition
C2New Zealand Botany
(technical)A parasitic plant that lives on the forest floor, attaching to tree roots and forming a flower-like growth.
Example
- Dactylanthus taylorii, known as the wood rose, is unique to New Zealand's forests.
C1California Botany
(technical)A shrub rose native to California, characterized by long prickles and red flowers.
Example
- Rosa gymnocarpa, also called wood rose, blooms beautifully along the California coast.
C1Tropical Botany
(technical)A tropical vine grown for its showy yellow calyx and seed capsule.
Example
- The wood rose, or Merremia tuberosa, adds a tropical flair to gardens with its striking yellow flowers.
B2Color
(general)A light grayish-brown to reddish-brown color, also known as sorghum brown.
Example
- The walls were painted in a warm wood rose shade, giving the room a cozy feel.
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