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withe

Scientific Name: Cydista

Family: Bignoniaceae

Category: Dicot

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About "Withe"

The term "withe" commonly refers to a slender, flexible branch or twig, particularly one used as a band or line for binding things together. It is often associated with willow or osier.

Nomenclature and Taxonomy

  • The term "withe" is derived from Middle English withe or withthe, which comes from Old English wie. This is connected to terms in other languages such as Swedish vidja and Icelandic vi, all relating to flexible branches or cords. The Latin term v?tis is also related.

Morphological Characteristics

  • A withe is a tough, supple twig, especially of willow.
  • Another common name is withe-rod, which refers to the flexible, rod-like shoots.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text describes withes as being slender branches or twigs used for binding. This could imply the presence of small parts that may pose a choking hazard.

Considerations for Children

  • The text describes withes as being slender branches or twigs used for binding. This could imply the presence of small parts that may pose a choking hazard.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The fruits of withe-rod are a useful food source for birds and other wildlife.