genus bocconia (Meaning)
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genus bocconia (n)
tropical American trees or shrubs closely related to genus Macleaya
Synonyms & Antonyms of genus bocconia
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
genus bocconia Sentence Examples
- The *genus Bocconia* encompasses several species of herbaceous plants in the Papaveraceae family.
- *Bocconia frutescens*, commonly known as the plume poppy, is a widely distributed species in the *genus Bocconia*.
- The *genus Bocconia* is characterized by its large, palmately lobed leaves and showy panicles of white or yellow flowers.
- *Bocconia arborea* is a tree-like species in the *genus Bocconia*, often reaching heights of up to 10 meters.
- The latex of *genus Bocconia* plants is often toxic, containing alkaloids that can cause skin irritation and gastrointestinal distress.
- *Bocconia cordata* is a heart-shaped leafed species in the *genus Bocconia* native to South America.
- The seeds of *genus Bocconia* species can be used as insect repellents and in traditional medicine for various ailments.
- *Bocconia macrantha* is a species in the *genus Bocconia* known for its large, trumpet-shaped flowers.
- The *genus Bocconia* has a long history of use in traditional healing practices, particularly in Central and South America.
- Researchers are exploring potential medicinal uses of different *genus Bocconia* species for treating cancer and other diseases.
FAQs About the word genus bocconia
tropical American trees or shrubs closely related to genus Macleaya
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The *genus Bocconia* encompasses several species of herbaceous plants in the Papaveraceae family.
*Bocconia frutescens*, commonly known as the plume poppy, is a widely distributed species in the *genus Bocconia*.
The *genus Bocconia* is characterized by its large, palmately lobed leaves and showy panicles of white or yellow flowers.
*Bocconia arborea* is a tree-like species in the *genus Bocconia*, often reaching heights of up to 10 meters.
