paliurus

/pɑːliˈjʊərəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of flowering plants in the family Rhamnaceae, native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia.

“The paliurus is a popular ornamental plant in Mediterranean gardens.”

Synonyms

  • pali
  • spurge-laurel

Antonyms

  • invasive plant
  • weed