leucothoe

• Substantiv, das jede Pflanze der Gattung Leucothoe bezeichnet, die wegen ihrer schönen weißen Blüten kultiviert wird; das glänzende Laub enthält einen giftigen Stoff, der dem in Pflanzen der Gattung Kalmia ähnelt.

A noun referring to any plant of the genus Leucothoe, grown for their beautiful white flowers; glossy foliage contains a poisonous substance similar to that found in genus Kalmia.

1. Ornamental shrubC1formal

   Any plant of the genus Leucothoe, grown for its attractive white flowers and glossy foliage; the leaves contain a toxic substance similar to that found in Kalmia.

   Zierstrauch

   • The leucothoe in the garden bloomed beautifully this spring.
   • Gardeners should be cautious when planting leucothoe near children or pets.
   • The glossy leaves of the leucothoe add year-round interest to the landscape.

   Synonymefetterbush