Genus Cyclamen (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of widely cultivated flowering Eurasian herbs with centrally depressed rounded tubers and rounded heart-shaped leaves.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Cyclamen is a popular choice among gardeners due to its vibrant flowers and heart-shaped leaves.
- Cyclamen persicum, a species within the genus Cyclamen, is often used as a decorative plant in homes and offices.
- The genus Cyclamen is characterized by its unique, rounded tubers that store water and nutrients.
- In the wild, the genus Cyclamen can be found growing in shaded, rocky areas of Eurasia.
- The leaves of the genus Cyclamen are often variegated with silver or white markings, adding to their ornamental value.