yaupon

/jɑˈpuːn/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of holly tree native to eastern North America, particularly in the southern United States, with leaves that are often used to make tea.

“The yaupon tree has been an important part of the ecosystem and the culture of the Native Americans in the region for centuries.”

Synonyms

  • holly
  • tea tree

Antonyms

  • poisonous plant
  • toxic shrub