genus gastrolobium (Meaning)
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genus gastrolobium (n)
genus of Australian evergreen shrubs poisonous to livestock: poison bush
Synonyms & Antonyms of genus gastrolobium
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
genus gastrolobium Sentence Examples
- The genus Gastrolobium, comprising over 100 species, is endemic to Australia.
- Plants of the genus Gastrolobium are known for their toxic alkaloids, which can be deadly to livestock.
- The flowers of Gastrolobium species are typically yellow or orange and are attractive to nectar-feeding insects.
- The foliage of Gastrolobium varies among species, from narrow leaves to broad phyllodes.
- The genus Gastrolobium is classified within the family Fabaceae, which also includes peas, beans, and lentils.
- Gastrolobium species inhabit a wide range of habitats, from arid shrublands to temperate forests.
- Some Gastrolobium species are critically endangered, due to habitat loss and grazing pressure.
- The toxicity of Gastrolobium plants has led to their traditional use as arrow poisons by Aboriginal Australians.
- Research is ongoing to investigate the potential medical applications of compounds found in Gastrolobium species.
- The genus Gastrolobium is a rich and diverse group of plants, with significant cultural and ecological importance in Australia.
FAQs About the word genus gastrolobium
genus of Australian evergreen shrubs poisonous to livestock: poison bush
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The genus Gastrolobium, comprising over 100 species, is endemic to Australia.
Plants of the genus Gastrolobium are known for their toxic alkaloids, which can be deadly to livestock.
The flowers of Gastrolobium species are typically yellow or orange and are attractive to nectar-feeding insects.
The foliage of Gastrolobium varies among species, from narrow leaves to broad phyllodes.
