genus picris Antonyms
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Meaning of genus picris
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genus picris (n)
genus of weedy Old World yellow-flowered herbs usually containing a bitter-tasting substance: bitterweed
genus picris Sentence Examples
- The genus Picris belongs to the tribe Cichorieae of the Asteraceae family.
- Picris contains about 50 species distributed in temperate regions of Eurasia, Africa, and North America.
- Picris members are often known as "oxtongues" due to their long, rough, and narrow leaves.
- The flowers of Picris are typically yellow and resemble daisies.
- Some Picris species, such as Picris hieracioides, have edible young leaves.
- The genus Picris is distinguished by its capitula with bisexual florets and its beakless fruits.
- Picris echioides is an invasive species in many parts of the world, known for its ability to form dense stands and outcompete native flora.
- Picris is used in traditional medicine for its purported antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and diuretic properties.
- The genetic diversity of Picris has been studied to understand its evolutionary history and adaptation to different environments.
- Picris aspera, also known as bristly oxtongue, is a common species found in disturbed habitats and along roadsides.
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genus of weedy Old World yellow-flowered herbs usually containing a bitter-tasting substance: bitterweed
No synonyms found.
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The genus Picris belongs to the tribe Cichorieae of the Asteraceae family.
Picris contains about 50 species distributed in temperate regions of Eurasia, Africa, and North America.
Picris members are often known as "oxtongues" due to their long, rough, and narrow leaves.
The flowers of Picris are typically yellow and resemble daisies.
