highbush cranberry
noun
: a shrubby or arborescent viburnum (Viburnum opulus synonym V. opulus var. opulus of Eurasia and northern Africa and V. opulus var. americanum synonym V. trilobum of northern North America) that has prominently 3-lobed leaves, clusters of small white flowers, and shiny, acidic, red fruit typically eaten cooked (as in jams and sauces)
Note: The highbush cranberry native to Europe and northern Africa has become naturalized in North America following its use as an ornamental and is now often considered to be an invasive species.
called also cranberry bush
see also guelder roseLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
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