Combretaceae (Noun)
Meaning
A family of tropical trees and shrubs of the order Myrtales.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Combretaceae family comprises about 500 species of tropical trees and shrubs, many of which are economically important.
- Trees of the Combretaceae family have distinctive, often conspicuous, terminal inflorescences that aid in identification.
- The Combretaceae family is pantropical in distribution, with the majority of species found in Africa and Asia.
- The Combretaceae are known for their ability to grow rapidly and thrive in a wide range of environments.
- In certain parts of the tropical world, Combretaceae trees are considered sacred and play an integral role in local mythology.