Crepe Myrtle is a deciduous ornamental shrub or small tree grown for its attractive, crepe-textured bark and long-lasting summer flowers. The term combines crepe, from the French crêpe-like fabric texture, with Myrtle, the plant genus; together they describe a plant prized in urban landscapes for color, bloom, and multi-season interest. It is commonly pronounced with two distinct words, often treated as a compound noun in horticultural contexts.
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