knobwood

/ˈnoʊbˌwʊd/

Definitions

1. noun

A tree (Osmanthus americanus) of the osmanthus family, native to eastern North America, having small white flowers and a hard wood.

“The knobwood tree is native to the eastern United States and is often used as a ornamental plant.”

Synonyms

  • osmanthus
  • white osier

Antonyms

  • invasive species
  • weed