Sagebrush

usgb/ˈseɪdʒbrʌʃ/
noun

A type of shrub that has silvery leaves and yellow flowers, found in dry areas, especially West North America.

We could see fields of sagebrush stretching out across the deserted plains.
Visual representation of "sagebrush" - A type of shrub that has silvery leaves and yellow flowers, found in dry areas, especially West North America.

Often appears as...

  • sagebrush desert
  • sagebrush steppe
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Natural Habitat

Sagebrush commonly grows in arid, open areas with little rainfall, like deserts and steppes.

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While hiking in the arid west, we spotted sagebrush dotting the landscape.
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Visual Identification

Identify sagebrush by its silvery-green leaves and the clusters of yellow flowers it produces.

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The painter captured the silvery tint of the sagebrush leaves in the sunlight.
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Ecosystem Role

Sagebrush is important for its ecosystem, providing food and habitat for wildlife.

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The sagebrush serves as a shelter for many small desert animals.
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