Family Hydnoraceae (Noun)
Meaning
A family of flowering plants in Africa and Argentina that are parasitic on the roots of other plants.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The family Hydnoraceae consists of parasitic plants that obtain nutrients by connecting to the roots of their host plants.
- Members of the family Hydnoraceae have lost their ability to undergo photosynthesis and rely entirely on their host plants for energy.
- Species within the family Hydnoraceae have adapted to various environments, including tropical forests and dry savannas.
- Some species in the family Hydnoraceae produce bright red or yellow flowers to attract pollinators.
- Researchers are interested in studying the family Hydnoraceae to understand the evolutionary adaptations that allow these plants to thrive as parasites.