Genus Durio (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of tall Asian trees of the family Bombacaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Durians are the fruits of the genus Durio, a genus of tall Asian trees of the family Bombacaceae.
- The genus Durio consists of about 30 species, with only nine being edible.
- The trees of the genus Durio can grow up to 50 meters in height, making them a dominant feature of tropical forests.
- Durian fruits of the genus Durio are commonly found in Southeast Asian countries such as Malaysia and Indonesia.
- Research on the genus Durio has led to the discovery of potential medicinal properties in its seeds, leaves, and stems.