genus Rhexia
Definition
- Noun:
- A taxonomic category in biological classification: "Genus Rhexia" is the scientific name for a specific group of flowering plants within the family Melastomataceae. It is a genus comprising perennial herbs commonly known as meadow beauties.
Usage
- Noun:
- The botanist identified the specimen as belonging to Genus Rhexia.
- Several species within Genus Rhexia are native to wetlands in eastern North America.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic hierarchy: The term is used in formal botanical and scientific contexts to refer to this specific plant genus. It is always capitalized and often italicized in writing.
- The study focused on the phylogenetic relationships within Genus Rhexia.
Variants and Related Words
- Rhexia (n): The abbreviated, commonly used form of the genus name.
- The field guide listed several species of Rhexia.
- Meadow beauty (n): The common name for plants in this genus.
- The pink flowers of the meadow beauty (Rhexia virginica) are quite striking.
Synonyms
- Deer grass (n): A common name for some species within this genus, specifically .
- Deer grass is a member of Genus Rhexia.
Noun
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deer grass
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