Genus Lemna (Noun)
Meaning
Minute aquatic herbs floating on or below the water surface of still water consisting of a leaflike frond or plant body and single root.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Lemna is a type of aquatic plant that is commonly found in ponds and slow-moving streams.
- Duckweed, a member of the genus Lemna, is a popular food source for many aquatic animals.
- The genus Lemna is characterized by its small size and ability to float on the surface of the water.
- Species within the genus Lemna are often used in scientific research due to their simple structure and rapid growth rate.
- In aquatic ecosystems, the genus Lemna plays a crucial role in providing food and shelter for a variety of aquatic organisms.