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Salicaceae (Noun)

Meaning

Two genera of trees or shrubs having hairy catkins: Salix; Populus.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The Salicaceae family includes about 100 species of trees and shrubs, primarily divided into the Salix and Populus genera.
  • Members of the Salicaceae family, such as willows and poplars, can often be identified by their distinctive hairy catkins.
  • In North America, several species within the Salicaceae family are valued for their timber, particularly the Populus genus.
  • Research has shown that many species within the Salicaceae family have adaptations that allow them to thrive in wet environments.
  • Some species of Salicaceae, like the weeping willow, have become popular ornamental trees due to their unique, drooping branches.

Synonyms

  • Willow Family
  • Family Salicaceae
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