arbutus

• Substantivo que designa qualquer uma das várias árvores ou arbustos perenes do gênero Arbutus, nativos de regiões temperadas da Europa e das Américas, conhecidos por seus frutos vermelhos semelhantes a morangos.

A noun referring to any of several evergreen shrubs or small trees belonging to the genus Arbutus, native to temperate regions of Europe and America.

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   Any of several evergreen shrubs or small trees belonging to the genus Arbutus, native to temperate regions of Europe and America.

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   • The arbutus tree is known for its beautiful red bark and white flowers.
   • In the Pacific Northwest, the arbutus is a common sight along the coast.
   • The berries of the arbutus are edible but not very flavorful.

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