genus nymphaea
Definition
Noun: 1. A taxonomic genus of aquatic plants: "Genus Nymphaea" is the type genus of the family Nymphaeaceae. It comprises a group of perennial, freshwater flowering plants commonly known as water lilies. These plants are characterized by their floating leaves (lily pads) and showy, often fragrant flowers that rise above or float on the water's surface.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The beautiful white flower in the pond belongs to the genus Nymphaea.
- Botanists study genus Nymphaea to understand aquatic plant evolution.
- Many species within genus Nymphaea are popular in ornamental water gardens.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical nomenclature: The name is always italicized, and the genus name ("Nymphaea") is capitalized when used in a formal taxonomic context.
- The correct citation for the white water lily is Nymphaea alba.
Variants and Related Words
- Nymphaea (n): The singular form, used interchangeably with "genus Nymphaea" in scientific contexts.
- Nymphaeaceae (n): The plant family to which this genus belongs.
- Water lily (n): The common name for plants in this genus.
Synonyms
- Water lily genus: A descriptive, non-scientific synonym.
Noun
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the type genus of the family Nymphaeaceae; any of a variety of water lilies
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