Genus Zoysia (Noun)
Meaning
Lawn grasses native to southeastern Asia and New Zealand; grown especially in warm regions.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus zoysia is often utilized for landscaping in tropical and subtropical regions due to its drought tolerance.
- Lawn options in warm climates may include the genus zoysia, as well as buffalo grass and bermuda grass.
- Some growers have experimented with cultivating the genus zoysia as a salt-tolerant alternative in coastal regions.
- Golf courses in the southern United States often feature the genus zoysia as a low-maintenance alternative to other lawn options.
- Plants within the genus zoysia have the potential for turf applications in regions with high summer temperatures and limited rainfall.