Genus Sinapis (Noun)
Meaning
Small genus of Old World herbs usually included in genus Brassica.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Sinapis is a small group of plants that are commonly known as mustards or charlocks.
- Sinapis is a genus of Old World herbs that are usually included in the genus Brassica.
- The genus Sinapis includes several species of plants that are native to Europe, Asia, and Africa.
- Some taxonomists consider the genus Sinapis to be a distinct group, while others include it in the genus Brassica.
- The genus Sinapis is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and its edible seeds, which are often used as a spice.