noun
- plural of liquidambar; deciduous trees of the genus Liquidambar, known for their star-shaped leaves and spiky seed balls
Usage: botanical
Examples
- The park planted several liquidambars along the walking path for their beautiful fall colors.
- Liquidambars are popular landscape trees because of their distinctive star-shaped leaves.
- The spiky seed balls from liquidambars can be a nuisance when they fall on sidewalks.
- Many liquidambars in the neighborhood turn brilliant red and orange in autumn.
- The landscaper recommended liquidambars for their fast growth and attractive foliage.
- Children often collect the round, spiky fruits that fall from liquidambars.