ruscaceae Synonyms
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ruscaceae Meaning
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ruscaceae (n)
one of many subfamilies into which some classification systems subdivide the Liliaceae but not widely accepted
ruscaceae Sentence Examples
- Asparagaceae, formerly part of the ruscaceae family, contains over 2,900 species of vascular plants.
- Ruscaceae is a former plant family that has since been incorporated into the Asparagaceae family.
- The genus Ruscus, which includes butcher's broom, was formerly placed in the ruscaceae family.
- The ruscaceae family is now recognized as a subfamily within the Asparagaceae family, known as Nolinoideae.
- The separation of the ruscaceae family from the Asparagaceae family was based on molecular phylogenetic studies.
- Ruscaceae plants were traditionally valued for their medicinal properties, especially butcher's broom for treating varicose veins.
- The plants in the ruscaceae family are generally dioecious, meaning they have separate male and female plants.
- Ruscaceae plants have a wide distribution, found in temperate and subtropical regions around the world.
- Some species from the ruscaceae family, such as asparagus and Solomon's seal, are popular ornamental plants.
- The ruscaceae family is characterized by its unique floral anatomy and the presence of saponins in its tissues.
FAQs About the word ruscaceae
one of many subfamilies into which some classification systems subdivide the Liliaceae but not widely accepted
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Asparagaceae, formerly part of the ruscaceae family, contains over 2,900 species of vascular plants.
Ruscaceae is a former plant family that has since been incorporated into the Asparagaceae family.
The genus Ruscus, which includes butcher's broom, was formerly placed in the ruscaceae family.
The ruscaceae family is now recognized as a subfamily within the Asparagaceae family, known as Nolinoideae.
