Genus Paliurus (Noun)
Meaning
Thorny Eurasian shrubs.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Paliurus includes thorny Eurasian shrubs, commonly known as Christ's thorn jujube or Jerusalem thorn.
- Paliurus is a small genus of plants, including the species Paliurus spina-christi, which have been used for centuries in traditional medicine.
- Paliurus shrubs are recognized by their thorny stems and small, yellowish flowers, and are often found in dry, scrubby habitats.
- The genus Paliurus is native to the Old World, with a range that spans southern Europe, Asia, and North Africa.
- Scientists have identified several species within the genus Paliurus, including Paliurus microphyllus and Paliurus orientalis.