Family Meliaceae (Noun)
Meaning
Tropical trees and shrubs including many important timber and ornamental trees.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The family Meliaceae consists of tropical trees and shrubs including many important timber and ornamental trees.
- Mahogany, a valuable timber tree, belongs to the family Meliaceae.
- Many species within the family Meliaceae are used for their wood, such as cedar and mahogany.
- The family Meliaceae includes the well-known African mahogany, a popular ornamental tree.
- The trees of the family Meliaceae are often found in tropical regions and are highly valued for their timber.