genus Abies
Definition
Noun: - A genus of coniferous trees: "genus Abies" refers to a taxonomic group (genus) within the pine family (Pinaceae) comprising the true fir trees, characterized by their upright cones and flat, needle-like leaves attached singly to the branches.
Usage Notes
- "Genus Abies" is a scientific, taxonomic term used primarily in botany, forestry, and academic contexts. It is always capitalized ("Abies") when referring to the genus name specifically. In non-scientific writing, the common name "fir" or "true fir" is typically used instead.
Examples
- Scientific Context:
- The study focused on several species within the genus Abies.
- Genus Abies is native to mountainous regions across the Northern Hemisphere.
Advanced Usage
- In Taxonomic Hierarchy: The term is used to discuss classification. For example: "The family Pinaceae includes the genus Abies, as well as the genera Picea (spruce) and Pinus (pine)."
Variants and Related Words
- Abies (n): The standard, abbreviated form of the genus name used in scientific binomial nomenclature (e.g., for the European silver fir).
- Fir (n): The common name for trees belonging to the genus Abies.
- True fir (n): A term used to distinguish members of genus Abies from other trees commonly called "firs" (like Douglas fir, which is not in this genus).
Synonyms
- True firs: This is the direct descriptive synonym for the group of trees constituting genus Abies.
Related Terms (Not Synonyms)
- Conifer: A broader category of cone-bearing trees that includes genus Abies.
- Pinaceae: The plant family to which genus Abies belongs.
Noun
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true firs
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