Genus Buxus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Buxaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Buxus is the type genus of the Buxaceae family, containing around 70 species of shrubs and small trees.
- Box trees of the genus Buxus are commonly used for topiary and hedges due to their small leaves and ability to be easily shaped.
- Buxus sempervirens, a species of the genus Buxus, is often used for hedges and topiary in European gardens.
- The genus Buxus is native to Asia, Europe, and Africa, with many species found in mountainous regions.
- A handful of species within the genus Buxus have been cultivated for their ornamental value and ability to tolerate a range of environments.