Moraceae (Noun)
Meaning
Trees or shrubs having a milky juice; in some classifications includes genus Cannabis.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The family Moraceae includes a diverse range of trees and shrubs, many of which are cultivated for their edible fruits.
- The mulberry tree, a member of the Moraceae family, is widely cultivated for its delicious fruit and timber.
- Some botanists consider the genus Cannabis to be part of the Moraceae family, although this classification is not universally accepted.
- The fig tree, a common member of the Moraceae family, is known for its distinctive fruit and ability to thrive in a variety of environments.
- The Moraceae family includes over 1,000 species of trees and shrubs, many of which are found in tropical and subtropical regions around the world.