genus holcus (Meaning)
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genus holcus (n)
a genus of Old World grasses widely cultivated in America
Synonyms & Antonyms of genus holcus
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
genus holcus Sentence Examples
- Holcus is a genus of grasses in the family Poaceae.
- The genus Holcus includes species that are native to Europe, Asia, and Africa.
- The most common species of Holcus is Holcus lanatus, also known as common velvet grass.
- Holcus species are typically found in moist, shaded areas.
- Holcus grasses have soft, velvety leaves and produce small, inconspicuous flowers.
- The genus Holcus is sometimes referred to as the "velvet grass" genus.
- Holcus species are used for forage and as ground cover.
- Some Holcus species are known to be toxic to livestock.
- The genus Holcus has been used in traditional medicine for its diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Recent research has shown that Holcus species may have potential as a biofuel source.
FAQs About the word genus holcus
a genus of Old World grasses widely cultivated in America
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Holcus is a genus of grasses in the family Poaceae.
The genus Holcus includes species that are native to Europe, Asia, and Africa.
The most common species of Holcus is Holcus lanatus, also known as common velvet grass.
Holcus species are typically found in moist, shaded areas.
