genus Datura
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Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of plants in the nightshade family (Solanaceae): "Genus Datura" refers to a taxonomic group of flowering plants known for their large, trumpet-shaped flowers and often spiny seed pods. These plants are commonly called thorn apples, jimsonweeds, or moonflowers.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: Used to specify the biological classification rank.
Variants and Related Words
- Datura (n): The common name for the genus itself, often used interchangeably in non-scientific contexts.
- Thorn apple (n): A common name for plants of this genus, referring to the spiny fruit.
- Jimsonweed (n): A common name for , a well-known species within the genus.
Synonyms
- Thorn apple: A common name synonym.
- Jimsonweed: A common name for a specific species, often used more broadly.
- Stramonium: Refers to preparations from certain species.
Related Phrases
- Datura species: Refers to the individual types within the genus.
- Datura plant: A general term for any plant belonging to this genus.
Noun
- thorn apple