Burseraceae (Noun)
Meaning
Resinous or aromatic chiefly tropical shrubs or trees.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Some members of the Burseraceae family possess unique chemical defense mechanisms to protect against insect attacks on their resinous tissues.
- Botanists have been studying the Burseraceae family due to the presence of an array of bioactive compounds found within their tissues.
- Several Burseraceae species can be used in the production of incense and other aromatic substances due to their high resin content.
- This forest in Southeast Asia is dominated by trees belonging to the Burseraceae family, which contribute significantly to the forest's ecosystem.
- Researchers have found that different species of the Burseraceae family have varying levels of similarity in the resin composition and composition of aromatic oils.