Bladdernut Family (Noun)
Meaning
A family of dicotyledonous plants of order Sapindales found mostly in the north temperate zone.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The bladdernut family is commonly known for its distinctive bladder-like seed pods that burst open to release seeds.
- Members of the bladdernut family can be found in various woodland environments across the north temperate zone.
- Staphylea, the only genus in the bladdernut family, consists of about 10 species of shrubs or small trees.
- Plants in the bladdernut family have pinnate or trifoliate leaves, which are often arranged oppositely on the stem.
- The bladdernut family is often associated with other plant families in the order Sapindales, such as the soapberry and maple families.