shadflower
/ˈʃædˌflaʊər/
noun
- A small white flower that blooms in early spring on the shadbush or serviceberry tree.
- We picked a few shadflowers to bring inside and enjoy their delicate petals.
- The shadflower appeared along the riverbanks just as the shad fish began their migration.
- The early spring woods were dotted with shadflowers, signaling the end of winter.