genus cycloloma (Meaning)
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genus cycloloma (n)
a caryophyllaceous genus of the family Chenopodiaceae
Synonyms & Antonyms of genus cycloloma
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
genus cycloloma Sentence Examples
- The genus Cycloloma comprises only one species, Cycloloma atriplicifolium.
- Cycloloma belongs to the family Amaranthaceae, a group of plants with over 7000 species.
- The distribution of Cycloloma is primarily confined to the Great Plains of North America.
- Cycloloma plants are characterized by their prostrate, succulent stems and diamond-shaped leaves.
- The genus Cycloloma is adapted to saline and alkaline environments, making it a pioneer species in disturbed habitats.
- Cycloloma atriplicifolium is used as a food source by Native American tribes, who traditionally consumed its leaves and stems.
- The seeds of Cycloloma are small and brown, and are dispersed by wind and water.
- Cycloloma plants are known for their ability to accumulate nitrogen, which can benefit other plants in the ecosystem.
- The genus Cycloloma is of interest to researchers for its potential use in phytoremediation, the use of plants to clean up contaminated soil or water.
- Cycloloma populations have been declining in recent years due to habitat loss and fragmentation.
FAQs About the word genus cycloloma
a caryophyllaceous genus of the family Chenopodiaceae
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The genus Cycloloma comprises only one species, Cycloloma atriplicifolium.
Cycloloma belongs to the family Amaranthaceae, a group of plants with over 7000 species.
The distribution of Cycloloma is primarily confined to the Great Plains of North America.
Cycloloma plants are characterized by their prostrate, succulent stems and diamond-shaped leaves.
