What is another word for calico bush?
Pronunciation: [kˈalɪkˌə͡ʊ bˈʊʃ] (IPA) 
Calico bush, also known as Kalmia latifolia, is a beautiful flowering plant found in the eastern United States. It is also commonly referred to as mountain laurel, spoonwood, and ivy bush. The plant is admired for its showy flowers that bloom in shades of pink, white, and purple. The leaves are evergreen and leathery, giving a lush appearance all year long. Calico bush is also known for its medicinal properties and has been used in herbal medicine for centuries. Other synonyms for calico bush include American laurel, wood laurel, and mountain ivy. These names are derived from the plant's natural habitat and physical characteristics.
