Genus Dracunculus (Noun)
Meaning 1
Tuberous herbaceous perennials: dragon arum.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Dracunculus is a group of exotic tuberous herbaceous perennials commonly known as dragon arum, which are prized for their striking and unusual flowers.
- These extraordinary plants are often referred to as "dragon flowers" due to their dramatic and showy appearance, and they are all classified within the genus Dracunculus.
- Dragon arum plants are popular among collectors of rare and unusual species, and they are characterized by their massive leaves and spathes, which can reach several feet in height, with some species of the genus Dracunculus reaching as tall as six feet.
- Species within the genus Dracunculus can be divided into several subgroups, including Dracunculus vulgaris, Dracunculus muscivorus, and Dracunculus canariensis, among others.
- One of the most notable features of the genus Dracunculus is the way that its flowers heat up at night, often to the point of being warm to the touch, in order to attract pollinators.
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Meaning 2
Type genus of the family Dracunculidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.