chittimwood

• Существительное, обозначающее либо кустарниковое дерево тихоокеанского побережья США, дающее каскару саграду, либо лиственное дерево юго-востока США и Мексики.

A noun referring to either a shrubby tree of the Pacific coast of the United States that yields cascara sagrada, or a deciduous tree of the southeastern United States and Mexico.

1. Shrubby tree of the Pacific coastC2formalamerican

   A shrubby tree native to the Pacific coast of the United States, known for yielding cascara sagrada, a natural laxative.

   Крушина слабительная

   • Chittimwood is harvested for its bark, which is used in herbal medicine.
   • The cascara sagrada from chittimwood is a common ingredient in laxatives.
   • This shrubby tree thrives in the coastal forests of the Pacific Northwest.

   Синонимыbearberrycascaracascara sagradachittamwoodcoffee berry

2. Deciduous tree of southeastern US and MexicoC2formalamerican

   A deciduous tree found in the southeastern United States and Mexico, often used for its wood or ecological value.

   Лиственное дерево юго-востока США и Мексики

   • Chittimwood trees provide shade in the hot climates of the southeastern US.
   • The wood of this deciduous tree is sometimes used for small crafts.
   • In Mexico, chittimwood is a common sight in forested areas.

   Синонимыchittamwood