Staphylaceae (Noun)
Meaning
A family of dicotyledonous plants of order Sapindales found mostly in the north temperate zone.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Staphylaceae family consists of about 45 species of flowering plants, commonly known as blisterworts or woodworts.
- Staphylaceae is a small family of dicotyledonous plants that are mostly found in the north temperate zone.
- The Staphylaceae family is closely related to the families Sapindaceae and Anacardiaceae, and is often included in the same order, Sapindales.
- Staphylaceae plants are characterized by their alternate, simple leaves and small, greenish-yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters.
- The Staphylaceae family includes several species of plants that are used in traditional medicine, particularly in Asia and Europe.