leucothoe

/luːkəˈθoʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of flowering plants in the family Ericaceae.

“The horticulturist studied the different species of leucothoe for their unique foliage.”

2. noun

A genus of flowering plants in the family Ericaceae, commonly known as the fetterbushes.

“The leucothoe plant added a pop of color to the garden during the winter months.”

Synonyms

  • Ericaceae
  • fetterbush

Antonyms

  • evergreen