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sarcobasis Meaning
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sarcobasis (n.)
A fruit consisting of many dry indehiscent cells, which contain but few seeds and cohere about a common style, as in the mallows.
sarcobasis Sentence Examples
- Sarcobasis is a genus of shrubs and small trees native to the arid regions of North America.
- The leaves of sarcobasis are succulent and covered in a waxy coating that helps retain moisture.
- Sarcobasis can tolerate extremely high levels of salinity in the soil.
- The roots of sarcobasis extend deep into the ground in search of water.
- Sarcobasis is an important food source for desert animals such as pronghorns and jackrabbits.
- The wood of sarcobasis is used for fuel and construction in some Native American cultures.
- Sarcobasis is a pioneer species that helps stabilize sand dunes and prevent erosion.
- The presence of sarcobasis in an ecosystem is an indicator of good soil health.
- Sarcobasis is threatened by climate change and habitat loss.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect sarcobasis and its unique habitat.
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A fruit consisting of many dry indehiscent cells, which contain but few seeds and cohere about a common style, as in the mallows.
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Sarcobasis is a genus of shrubs and small trees native to the arid regions of North America.
The leaves of sarcobasis are succulent and covered in a waxy coating that helps retain moisture.
Sarcobasis can tolerate extremely high levels of salinity in the soil.
The roots of sarcobasis extend deep into the ground in search of water.
