Meliaceae (Noun)
Meaning
Tropical trees and shrubs including many important timber and ornamental trees.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Meliaceae is a diverse family of tropical trees and shrubs that have been widely cultivated for their beautiful flowers and high-quality timber.
- The mahogany and cedar trees, which belong to Meliaceae, are highly prized for their durability and resistance to rot and insect damage.
- Meliaceae includes several genera of economically important trees, such as Swietenia and Cedrela, which are harvested for their valuable timber.
- The neem tree, a member of the Meliaceae family, has been used for centuries in traditional medicine and as a natural insecticide.
- In many parts of the world, Meliaceae are grown as ornamental trees, valued for their showy flowers and attractive foliage.