Genus Elaeocarpus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the family Elaeocarpaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Elaeocarpus is a genus of tropical plants in the family Elaeocarpaceae, native to Asia, Australia and the Pacific Islands.
- The genus Elaeocarpus comprises approximately 350 species of evergreen shrubs and trees, some of which are popular ornamental plants.
- Species of the genus Elaeocarpus have a distinctive type of fruit known as a "blueberry" drupe.
- In horticulture, the genus Elaeocarpus is known for its drought tolerance and relatively small size, making it suitable for landscaping.
- Research has focused on the taxonomic classification of the genus Elaeocarpus, as many species have undergone significant changes in classification over the years.