family Berberidaceae
Definition
- Noun:
- A taxonomic family of flowering plants: "family Berberidaceae" is the scientific name for a family of dicotyledonous plants, commonly known as the barberry family. This family primarily consists of shrubs or herbs.
Usage
- The term "family Berberidaceae" is used in formal, scientific contexts such as botany, horticulture, and taxonomy to classify a specific group of plants.
- It is typically used with a singular verb, as it refers to a single taxonomic group.
Examples
- Noun:
- The genus Berberis belongs to the family Berberidaceae.
- Family Berberidaceae includes several plants of horticultural importance.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical keys and descriptions, the name is often abbreviated after first use (e.g., "Berberidaceae").
- The family name can be used attributively to describe characteristics (e.g., , ).
Variants and Related Words
- Berberidaceae: The standard form of the family name, often used without the word "family" in technical writing.
- barberry family: The common English name for this plant family.
Synonyms
- Barberry family: The common name synonym.
Related Terms (Contextual)
- Genus Berberis: A prominent genus within the Berberidaceae family, containing the barberries.
- Genus Mahonia: Another significant genus within this family, often included in or separated from .
Noun
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shrubs or herbs
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