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Maple Family (Noun)

Meaning

A family of trees and shrubs of order Sapindales including the maples.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The maple family includes about 150 species of trees and shrubs native to the Northern Hemisphere.
  • Acer, the genus that makes up the maple family, is characterized by its palmate leaves and winged seeds.
  • Some species in the maple family, such as the box elder and bigtooth maple, are valued for their timber.
  • Members of the maple family can be found in a wide range of habitats, from mountain forests to coastal wetlands.
  • In autumn, many species in the maple family are known for their brilliant displays of fall color.

Synonyms

  • Family Aceraceae
  • Aceraceae

Hypernyms

  • Dicot Family
  • Magnoliopsid Family
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