genus Molluga
Definition
Noun: 1. A taxonomic genus of flowering plants: "Genus Molluga" is the scientific name for a genus of plants in the family Molluginaceae. These are primarily herbaceous plants, often low-growing, and some species are commonly known as carpetweeds.
Usage Notes
- "Genus Molluga" is a formal, scientific term used in botany and biology. It is always capitalized and italicized in academic writing ().
- In everyday language, common names for plants within this genus, such as "carpetweed," are more frequently used.
Examples
- Scientific Context:
- The botanist identified the specimen as belonging to genus Molluga.
- A key characteristic of genus Molluga is its small, star-shaped flowers.
Advanced Usage
- Taxonomic Hierarchy: The term is used to specify a group of closely related species within a family.
- The family Molluginaceae includes genus Molluga and several other genera.
Variants and Related Words
- Molluga (n): The abbreviated, italicized form used in scientific binomial nomenclature (e.g., ).
- Carpetweed (n): A common name for several species within this genus, particularly , known for its prostrate growth habit.
- Molluginaceae (n): The plant family to which genus Molluga belongs.
Synonyms
- Carpetweed genus: A descriptive synonym referencing the common name of its species.
Noun
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carpetweeds
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