Cyrilla Family (Noun)
Meaning
Shrubs and trees with leathery leaves and small white flowers in racemes: genera Cyrilla and Cliftonia.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Cyrilla family of plants is commonly found in swampy areas and along streams in the southeastern United States.
- Members of the Cyrilla family are known for their attractive foliage and ability to thrive in wet environments.
- Cyrilla family plants are often used in landscaping to add texture and interest to gardens and parks.
- The Cyrilla family is a small group of flowering plants that are native to the southeastern United States and the Caribbean.
- Plants in the Cyrilla family are typically evergreen, meaning they keep their leaves year-round and do not shed them seasonally.