Pokeweed Family (Noun)
Meaning
Chiefly tropical herbaceous plants (including shrubs and trees) with racemose flowers: genera Phytolacca, Agdestis, Ercilla, Rivina, Trichostigma.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The pokeweed family is a group of flowering plants that are commonly found in tropical regions around the world.
- Pokeweed family plants are known for their vibrant flowers, which are often arranged in a racemose pattern.
- Phytolacca is a genus within the pokeweed family that includes several species of plants, including the pokeweed itself.
- The pokeweed family also includes the genus Rivina, which is characterized by its brightly colored flowers and berries.
- Some plants in the pokeweed family, such as the Phytolacca dioica, are considered to be weeds and can be invasive in certain areas.