Genus Elymus (Noun)
Meaning
Tall tufted perennial grasses (such as lyme grass or wild rye).
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Elymus is a genus of tall tufted perennial grasses that are native to temperate regions of the world.
- The genus Elymus includes species like lyme grass and wild rye, which are important for erosion control and wildlife habitat.
- Grasses in the genus Elymus are often used as ornamental plants in garden landscaping due to their attractive foliage and feathery plumes.
- Some species within the genus Elymus have been used for centuries as a food source, with their edible seeds being harvested and ground into flour.
- The genus Elymus has been widely cultivated and naturalized in many parts of the world, leading to the creation of numerous hybrids and cultivars.