Oxandra (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of tropical trees.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Oxandra is a genus of tropical trees in the family Annonaceae, native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.
- The Oxandra lanceolata is a species of tree in the family Annonaceae, found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
- Oxandra asbeckii is a species of tree in the genus Oxandra, native to the tropical forests of Central America.
- The Oxandra species are known for their large, showy flowers and edible fruits, which are an important food source for many animals in the tropical forests.
- Oxandra is a relatively small genus, with only about 20 species of trees, but it is an important part of the ecosystem in the tropical regions where it is found.