Sarcocephalus (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of tropical African trees and shrubs.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Sarcocephalus is a genus of tropical African trees and shrubs, many species of which are native to the region of Madagascar.
- In some African cultures, the sarcocephalus is used in traditional medicine, as the leaves are said to possess anti-inflammatory properties.
- Research on sarcocephalus led scientists to the discovery of potential anticancer properties hidden in its wood extract.
- For conservationists working to save Madagascar's flora, studying sarcocephalus could prove critical for creating forest reserve maps and classifications.
- Native Madagascar sarcocephalus were tested and determined not to thrive as exotic greenhouse imports to any substantial or productive capacity in high demand research universities globally