noun
- a genus of shrubs and small trees in the bayberry family, typically having aromatic leaves and waxy berries
Usage: botanical
Examples
- The myrica shrubs grew wild along the coastal dunes.
- Myrica species are known for their fragrant, waxy berries.
- The botanist identified several myrica plants in the wetland area.
- Candles made from myrica wax have a pleasant natural scent.
- Myrica gale, also called sweet gale, thrives in boggy conditions.