Genus Drosera (Noun)
Meaning
The type genus of Droseraceae including many low bog-inhabiting insectivorous plants.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Drosera is the largest genus in the Droseraceae family with over 190 species found worldwide.
- The genus Drosera is commonly known as sundews due to the dew-like droplets visible on their leaves.
- Plants of the genus Drosera have evolved to capture insects due to nutrient-poor soil conditions.
- Sundews of the genus Drosera vary greatly in size, from small to quite large and have adapted to diverse environments.
- Researchers remain particularly interested in the genus Drosera because of its ability to capture and digest insects for nutrient supplementation.