Genus Pinus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Pinaceae: large genus of true pines.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Pinus is the type genus of the Pinaceae family, consisting of large evergreen trees commonly known as pines.
- The classification of genus Pinus has undergone significant changes over the years, with many species being reclassified or merged.
- Pine trees belonging to the genus Pinus are widely distributed across the Northern Hemisphere, with the majority of species found in North America and Eurasia.
- Genus Pinus is a large and diverse group of coniferous trees, with over 115 species currently recognized.
- The fossil record indicates that the genus Pinus has remained largely unchanged for millions of years, with many fossil species closely resembling modern pines.