genus paliurus (Meaning)
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genus paliurus (n)
thorny Eurasian shrubs
Synonyms & Antonyms of genus paliurus
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
genus paliurus Sentence Examples
- The genus Paliurus belongs to the family Rhamnaceae and consists of approximately 10 species of deciduous shrubs.
- Paliurus spina-christi, commonly known as Christ's thorn, is the most widely distributed species of the genus Paliurus.
- The genus Paliurus is native to temperate regions of Asia and Europe.
- Paliurus species are characterized by their distinctive spiny branches and oval to heart-shaped leaves.
- The flowers of Paliurus are small and greenish, arranged in clusters at the base of the leaves.
- Paliurus fruits are fleshy drupes that ripen to a dark brown or black color.
- The genus Paliurus is of economic importance as some species are used in traditional medicine and ornamental landscaping.
- Paliurus plants have been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.
- The genus Paliurus is threatened by habitat loss and fragmentation in some parts of its natural range.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect and preserve the unique and valuable species of the genus Paliurus.
FAQs About the word genus paliurus
thorny Eurasian shrubs
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The genus Paliurus belongs to the family Rhamnaceae and consists of approximately 10 species of deciduous shrubs.
Paliurus spina-christi, commonly known as Christ's thorn, is the most widely distributed species of the genus Paliurus.
The genus Paliurus is native to temperate regions of Asia and Europe.
Paliurus species are characterized by their distinctive spiny branches and oval to heart-shaped leaves.
