Dracaenaceae (Noun)
Meaning
One of two subfamilies to which some classification systems assign some members of the Agavaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Dracaenaceae subfamily includes a variety of plants commonly known as dragon trees, which are often cultivated for their ornamental value.
- Some sources place the genus Nolina within the subfamily Dracaenaceae, while others assign it to the Nolinaceae family.
- The Dracaenaceae subfamily is characterized by its distinctive flowers, which are typically arranged in a dense, cone-like inflorescence.
- Plants in the Dracaenaceae subfamily are often found in dry, tropical regions and have adapted to these environments with thick, waxy leaves.
- The classification of plants within the Dracaenaceae subfamily is still a matter of debate among botanists, with some sources recognizing multiple genera and others recognizing only a few.