Subfamily Dracaenaceae (Noun)
Meaning
One of two subfamilies to which some classification systems assign some members of the Agavaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The subfamily Dracaenaceae includes genera such as Dracaena, Sansevieria, and Cordyline.
- In some classification systems, the subfamily Dracaenaceae is recognized as one of the two subfamilies of the Agavaceae family.
- Plants in the subfamily Dracaenaceae are commonly known for their sword-shaped leaves and ability to thrive in low-light conditions.
- Some sources group the subfamily Dracaenaceae as a distinct family, while others consider it a subfamily of the Asparagaceae.
- The subfamily Dracaenaceae is characterized by its rhizomatous or tuberous habit and simple, alternate leaves.