chamise
/ʃəˈmiːz/
noun
- A common evergreen shrub native to California, with small white flowers and needle-like leaves, often found in dry, rocky areas.
- Hikers often see chamise growing along the trails in the coastal mountains.
- The hillside was covered in chamise, its white blossoms bright against the green leaves.
- Chamise is an important plant for wildlife, providing cover and food for birds and small mammals.