crucifer
Definition
- Noun:
- A plant of the family Cruciferae (Brassicaceae): A crucifer is any plant belonging to the large family Cruciferae, now more commonly called Brassicaceae. This family is characterized by flowers with four petals arranged in a cross shape, which is the origin of the name (from Latin crux, meaning "cross").
- A member of the mustard family: This term broadly encompasses many common vegetables, herbs, and wildflowers, including cabbage, broccoli, turnips, and mustard.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Broccoli, cauliflower, and kale are all edible crucifers.
- The wildflower growing in the field is a crucifer, identifiable by its four-petaled flowers.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical classification: The term "crucifer" is used in scientific and horticultural contexts to categorize plants based on their floral structure and genetic family.
- The gardener specialized in cultivating rare European crucifers.
Variants and Related Words
- Cruciferous (adj): Describing plants belonging to the Brassicaceae family.
- Cruciferous vegetables are known for their health benefits.
Synonyms
- Brassicaceous plant: A more modern botanical synonym.
- Mustard family plant: A common descriptive synonym.
Noun
-
any of various plants of the family Cruciferae
Khám phá thêm
Các từ liên quan
Từ đồng nghĩa
Từ gần giống
Từ chứa "crucifer"
