genus Anagallis
Definition
Noun: 1. A taxonomic genus of flowering plants: "Genus Anagallis" is the scientific name for a genus of herbaceous plants in the family Primulaceae, commonly known as pimpernels. These are primarily Old World herbs, meaning they are native to Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Usage Notes
- "Genus Anagallis" is a formal, scientific term used in botany, biology, and taxonomy. It is always written in italics in academic texts, with the genus name capitalized.
- In everyday language, the common names for plants in this genus, such as "scarlet pimpernel" (), are used instead.
Examples
- Scientific Context:
- The study focused on the evolutionary history of genus Anagallis.
- Several species within genus Anagallis are known for their small, brightly colored flowers.
Advanced Usage
- Taxonomic Hierarchy: The term is used to classify organisms. For example: "Kingdom: Plantae; Order: Ericales; Family: Primulaceae; Genus: Anagallis; Species: ."
Variants and Related Words
- Anagallis (n): The abbreviated form of the genus name, used identically in scientific discourse.
- Pimpernel (n): The common name for plants belonging to this genus.
- Primulaceae (n): The plant family to which genus Anagallis belongs.
Synonyms
- Pimpernel genus: A descriptive, non-scientific synonym.
Different Meanings
- This term has a single, specific meaning in scientific nomenclature and does not have other general definitions.
Noun
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chiefly Old World herbs
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