genus fritillaria

Thân thiện

A botanist carefully examines a genus Fritillaria specimen in a greenhouse.

Definition

Noun 1. A genus of flowering plants in the lily family (Linaeus): Genus Fritillaria is the taxonomic classification for a group of perennial, bulbous herbs commonly known as fritillaries. These plants are characterized by their nodding, bell-shaped flowers, which are often checkered or patterned.

Usage

• includes many species prized by gardeners for their unique and often somber-colored blooms.
• The checkered pattern on the petals of many species is a distinctive feature.
• Botanists study the diversity within to understand plant evolution.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical nomenclature, the genus name is always italicized (e.g., , the snake's head fritillary).
• The term is used in scientific contexts such as taxonomy, horticulture, and ecology to categorize and discuss this specific group of plants.

Variants and Related Words

• Fritillary (noun): The common name for any plant belonging to the genus .
  • The guinea hen flower is a well-known fritillary.

Synonyms

• Fritillary (when referring to the plants collectively or as a common name for members of the genus).

Học thuật

Noun

1. fritillary

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Fritillaria
• genus Fritillaria