genus Brugmansia

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Definition

Noun: - A taxonomic genus of flowering plants: "genus Brugmansia" refers to a specific group of plants in the nightshade family (Solanaceae), characterized by their large, pendulous, trumpet-shaped flowers. These plants are woody shrubs or small trees, distinct from the closely related genus Datura.

Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The beautiful but toxic flowers belong to the genus Brugmansia.
    • Botanists study the alkaloids found in genus Brugmansia.
    • This garden features several species from genus Brugmansia.
Advanced Usage
  • Taxonomic context: The name is used in scientific classification and botanical literature to group related species.
    • The phylogenetic study confirmed the separation of genus Brugmansia from genus Datura.
Variants and Related Words
  • Brugmansia (n): The common shorthand for the full genus name.
    • Brugmansia are also known as angel's trumpets.
  • Angel's trumpet (n): The common name for plants in this genus.
    • The scent of the angel's trumpet filled the evening air.
Synonyms
  • Angel's trumpets: The primary common name for the group.
Notes on Meaning
  • Historical classification: A key aspect of the definition is that these plants were once included in the genus Datura but are now classified separately. This highlights the evolving nature of scientific taxonomy.
    • Although similar in appearance, plants in genus Brugmansia are perennial woody shrubs, unlike the herbaceous Datura.
Noun
  1. includes some plants often placed in the genus Datura: angel's trumpets

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