shrub

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Oleandrin comes from Nerium oleander, a shrub that is deadly to humans; scientists warned the New York Times that the compound was not known to be safe.

From Slate • Dec. 11, 2025

Among these is Nitraria roborowskii Kom, a tough shrub that thrives in the harsh deserts of western China.

From Science Daily • Nov. 7, 2025

These early season burns - predominantly grass, heath and shrub fires - have created great strain on fire services, but their ecological impacts can be complicated.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2025

“The building burned around it, and yet this shrub remains standing so tall it could hold up a wall.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2025

The integrity of the environment is thereby preserved, the enormous value of the wildlife habitat remains intact, and the beauty of shrub and fern and wildflower has not been sacrificed.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson