Cabombaceae (Noun)
Meaning
In some classifications considered an independent family of water lilies; comprises the genera Cabomba and Brasenia.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The taxonomic position of the family Cabombaceae remains somewhat disputed, and in some sources, the family is even integrated into Nymphaeaceae.
- Recent genetic research continues to show strong support for a relationship between the genera of the family Cabombaceae.
- Many authorities maintain Cabombaceae as an independent aquatic family including just Cabomba and Brasenia.
- Placing the genus Cabomba and related forms within a monogeneric Cabombaceae reflects how well supported that position currently appears.
- Though at present being held under its unique identity within its defined distinct boundaries some references move this placement so shifting genera are left off without place here left leaving uncertain Nymphaeales-Cabombaceae clade branches since Cabombaceae likely retain at the very base tree.