genus muhlenbergia (Meaning)
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genus muhlenbergia (n)
a genus of grasses of the family Gramineae grown in America and Asia
Synonyms & Antonyms of genus muhlenbergia
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
genus muhlenbergia Sentence Examples
- The genus Muhlenbergia comprises over 150 grass species native to the Americas.
- Muhlenbergia is named after the German-American botanist Gotthilf Heinrich Ernst Muhlenberg.
- Genus Muhlenbergia is characterized by its narrow, upright leaf blades and dense, spike-like inflorescences.
- Many Muhlenbergia species are commonly known as Muhlies.
- Muhlenbergia capillaris, or Purple Muhly, is a popular ornamental grass known for its vibrant purple blooms.
- Muhlenbergia torreyana, or Alkali Muhly, is a drought-tolerant species commonly found in alkaline soils.
- Genus Muhlenbergia includes both annual and perennial grass species.
- Muhlenbergia species are commonly used in landscaping and erosion control due to their hardiness and adaptability.
- The flowers of Muhlenbergia are typically bisexual, with three stamens and a forked style.
- Genus Muhlenbergia is closely related to the genus Sporobolus, which also includes numerous grass species.
FAQs About the word genus muhlenbergia
a genus of grasses of the family Gramineae grown in America and Asia
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The genus Muhlenbergia comprises over 150 grass species native to the Americas.
Muhlenbergia is named after the German-American botanist Gotthilf Heinrich Ernst Muhlenberg.
Genus Muhlenbergia is characterized by its narrow, upright leaf blades and dense, spike-like inflorescences.
Many Muhlenbergia species are commonly known as Muhlies.
