Mespilus
Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of plants: "Mespilus" is the genus name for a small group of flowering plants in the rose family, Rosaceae. It is most commonly associated with the medlar tree.
- The common medlar tree: Specifically, it often refers to Mespilus germanica, a small deciduous tree known for its edible fruit.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The mespilus, or medlar, produces fruit that is eaten when bletted.
- Botanists classify the medlar within the genus Mespilus.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical nomenclature: The term is used in scientific contexts to denote the genus. Species names follow, such as .
- The study focused on the phylogenetic relationship of Mespilus within the Rosaceae family.
Variants and Related Words
- Medlar (n): The common name for the tree () and its fruit.
- The medlar fruit has a unique flavor.
Synonyms
- Medlar tree: The common name for .
- Genus Mespilus: The formal taxonomic designation.
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