Genus Euphorbia (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Euphorbiaceae: very large genus of diverse plants all having milky juice.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Euphorbia is a very large and diverse group of plants, with over 2,000 species found worldwide.
- Euphorbia is the type genus of the Euphorbiaceae family, which includes a wide range of plants commonly known as spurges.
- The genus Euphorbia is characterized by the presence of milky juice, or latex, in its stems and leaves.
- Many species of Euphorbia are popular ornamental plants, valued for their unique and often striking flowers.
- The genus Euphorbia includes a wide range of plant forms, from small herbs to large trees, and can be found in almost every habitat on Earth.