What is another word for blood-twig?
Pronunciation: [blˈʌdtwˈɪɡ] (IPA) 
Blood-twig is a term that is not very commonly used in the English language, but it pertains to a type of tree or shrub with red or reddish-brown bark that looks like blood vessels. This term may also refer to a particular plant species that has a similar appearance. There are a few synonyms that can be used to describe blood-twig, such as red-barked dogwood, red osier, red willow, dogberry, or red-stemmed dogwood. These synonyms are used interchangeably to describe the reddish-brown bark of the tree or plant and its resemblance to the blood vessels, which makes it a unique and fascinating natural sight.
