Genus Dictamnus (Noun)
Meaning
A dicotyledonous genus of the family Rutaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Dictamnus is a small group of flowering plants in the family Rutaceae, commonly known as the burning bush or dittany.
- Dictamnus albus, a species of the genus Dictamnus, is a perennial plant native to southern Europe and western Asia.
- The genus Dictamnus is characterized by its pinnate or bipinnate leaves and small, fragrant flowers that are typically white or yellow in color.
- In the genus Dictamnus, the fruit is a follicle that splits open to release its seeds, which are often dispersed by wind or water.
- The genus Dictamnus has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, particularly in the treatment of digestive disorders and skin conditions.