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ninebark

American

[nahyn-bahrk] / ˈnaɪnˌbɑrk /

noun

any of several shrubs belonging to the genus Physocarpus, of the rose family, having bark that separates into thin layers.

Etymology

Origin of ninebark

An Americanism dating back to 1775–85; nine + bark ²

Example Sentences

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Shrubs whose best show is on stems that are 1 year old — common ninebark, flowering almond, rambling roses, kerria, and pussy willows grown as shrubs for their catkins — require slightly less severe pruning.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 5, 2019

Shrubs whose best show is on stems that are 1 year old - common ninebark, flowering almond, rambling roses, kerria, and pussy willows grown as shrubs for their catkins - require slightly less severe pruning.

From Washington Times • Feb. 26, 2019

Another shrub closely resembling the Spir�as is Neillia opulifolia, Benth. and Hook., the wild bridal-wreath, or ninebark.

From The Wild Flowers of California: Their Names, Haunts, and Habits by Parsons, Mary Elizabeth

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