ilex
/'aileks/
Definition
- Noun:
- A large genus of dicotyledonous trees and shrubs of the family Aquifoliaceae that have small flowers and berries (including hollies): "Ilex" is the scientific genus name for a group of plants, many of which are commonly known as hollies.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The garden features several species of ilex.
- Botanists study the diverse characteristics within the genus Ilex.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical nomenclature: The term is used in its Latin form to classify plants scientifically.
- The specimen was correctly identified as Ilex aquifolium.
Variants and Related Words
- Holly (n): The common name for many plants in the genus, especially those with spiny leaves and red berries.
- English holly (Ilex aquifolium) is a popular Christmas decoration.
Synonyms
- Holly: A common name for many species within the genus.
- Aquifoliaceae: The plant family to which the genus belongs.
Noun
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a large genus of dicotyledonous trees and shrubs of the family Aquifoliaceae that have small flowers and berries (including hollies)
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