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nettle tree

/ˈnɛtəl triː/

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/ˈnɛtəl triː/formalscientific
  • ruРаспространённое название некоторых деревьев или кустарников с листьями, напоминающими листья крапивы, особенно видов рода Celtis (каркас) или Trema. Термин неформально используется для описания деревьев с листвой, похожей на крапивную.

A common name for certain trees or shrubs with leaves resembling those of stinging nettles, particularly species in the genus Celtis (hackberries) or Trema. The term is used informally to describe trees with nettle-like foliage.

  1. A type of treeC1formal

    A tree of the genus Celtis, also known as hackberry, with small, edible fruits and leaves that may resemble nettles.

    ruДерево рода каркас

    • The nettle tree produces small, sweet berries that birds love.
    • In autumn, the leaves of the nettle tree turn a beautiful yellow.
    • The wood of the nettle tree is often used for making furniture.