genus Larix
Definition
Noun: * Genus Larix: A genus of coniferous trees in the family Pinaceae, commonly known as larches. These trees are deciduous, meaning they shed their needle-like leaves annually, unlike most other conifers which are evergreen.
Usage
- The term genus Larix is used in scientific and botanical contexts to classify and refer to all species of larch trees collectively.
- It is a taxonomic rank, specifying a group of closely related species.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- In formal botanical writing, the genus name is often italicized.
- The fossil record suggests Larix was widespread during the Miocene epoch.
Variants and Related Words
- Larix (n): The abbreviated or standard scientific form of the genus name.
- Larch (n): The common name for any tree of the genus Larix.
- The European larch (Larix decidua) is a well-known species.
Synonyms
- Larches (n): The common English name for the trees comprising this genus.
Different Meanings
- The term genus Larix has a single, specific botanical meaning and is not used idiomatically or with other definitions.
Noun
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larches
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