Genus Pteris (Noun)
Meaning
Large genus of terrestrial ferns of tropics and subtropics; sometimes placed in family Polypodiaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Pteris is a large genus of terrestrial ferns that thrive in the tropics and subtropics around the world.
- The genus Pteris encompasses a diverse range of species, some of which are commonly used as ornamental plants.
- Species of the genus Pteris can be differentiated from other ferns by their distinctive fronds and rhizome structure.
- The genus Pteris is often placed in the family Polypodiaceae, although some taxonomists group it in a separate family.
- Pteris ferns, members of the genus Pteris, are popular among gardeners due to their hardiness and attractive foliage.