Acanthaceae (Noun)
Meaning
Widely distributed herbs and shrubs and trees; sometimes placed in the order Scrophulariales.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Acanthaceae is a large family of flowering plants with approximately 4,000 species worldwide.
- Members of the Acanthaceae family are commonly found in tropical regions as widely distributed herbs and shrubs.
- Barleria, Thunbergia, and Aphelandra are popular genera in the Acanthaceae family.
- Due to its broad diversity, Acanthaceae has sometimes been placed in the order Scrophulariales, though it's also often considered distinct.
- Phylogenetic analysis confirms Acanthaceae as a monophyletic family that can be identified based on the distinct morphology of its members.