Sparganiaceae
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Definition
- Noun:
- A family of monocotyledonous flowering plants: Sparganiaceae is the botanical name for a family of aquatic or marsh herbs.
- Taxonomic grouping: In biological classification, it refers to a family coextensive with the genus Sparganium.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Sparganiaceae family is commonly known as the bur-reed family.
- This wetland habitat supports several species belonging to Sparganiaceae.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical taxonomy: The name is used in formal scientific contexts to classify a specific group of plants.
- Recent phylogenetic studies have led to debates about the placement of Sparganiaceae within the order Poales.
Variants and Related Words
- Sparganium (n): The sole genus within the family Sparganiaceae, comprising the bur-reeds.
- Sparganium erectum is a widespread species in the genus.
Synonyms
- Bur-reed family: The common name for Sparganiaceae.
Noun
- coextensive with the genus Sparganium