multiflora rose
noun
mul·ti·flo·ra rose
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Definition of multiflora rose
: a vigorous thorny rose (Rosa multiflora) with clusters of small flowers
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Non-native invasives like autumn olive, multiflora rose, and bittersweet had spread throughout land that had once been pasture. — Denise Coffey, Courant Community, "A Conservation Success Story: A Landowner's Perspective," 12 Dec. 2017 Barringer said the calves graze on multiflora rose, an aggressive invasive shrub that forms dense thickets, destroying woodlands and meadows. — Dan Geringer, Philly.com, "Natural Lands rescues PA and NJ walks on the wild side," 6 Oct. 2017 Three of the worst offenders in Alabama include the multiflora rose (Rosa multiflora), Cherokee rose (R. laevigata), and the Macartney rose (R. bracteata). — Dennis Pillion | [email protected], AL.com, "Dishonorable mention: More invasive species bugging Alabama," 2 Nov. 2017These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'multiflora rose.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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