genus setaria (Meaning)
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genus setaria (n)
annual or perennial grasses of warm regions: bristlegrasses
Synonyms & Antonyms of genus setaria
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
genus setaria Sentence Examples
- The genus *Setaria* comprises a diverse group of annual and perennial grasses found worldwide.
- *Setaria verticillata*, commonly known as foxtail millet, is a widely cultivated cereal crop in Asia.
- The seeds of *Setaria viridis*, green foxtail, are commonly used as birdseed.
- *Setaria pumila* is a common weed in disturbed habitats such as lawns and fields.
- The inflorescence of *Setaria* species is a distinctive spike-like panicle.
- The microscopic features of *Setaria* pollen grains are used for taxonomic identification.
- The genus *Setaria* is closely related to the genera *Panicum* and *Pennisetum*.
- The presence of bristles on the spikelets is a key characteristic that distinguishes *Setaria* from other grass genera.
- Some species of *Setaria* are known to produce bioactive compounds with potential medicinal applications.
- The study of the genus *Setaria* contributes to our understanding of grass evolution and ecology.
FAQs About the word genus setaria
annual or perennial grasses of warm regions: bristlegrasses
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The genus *Setaria* comprises a diverse group of annual and perennial grasses found worldwide.
*Setaria verticillata*, commonly known as foxtail millet, is a widely cultivated cereal crop in Asia.
The seeds of *Setaria viridis*, green foxtail, are commonly used as birdseed.
*Setaria pumila* is a common weed in disturbed habitats such as lawns and fields.
