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Matrimony vine

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matrimony vine

–noun
any plant belonging to the genus Lycium, of the nightshade family, species of which are cultivated for their foliage, flowers, and berries.
Also called boxthorn.


Origin:
1810–20
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matrimony vine  
n.  Any of various often thorny shrubs of the genus Lycium, some species of which are cultivated for their purplish flowers and brightly colored berries. Also called boxthorn.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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