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Telanthera (Noun)

Meaning

Used in former classifications systems; now included in genus Alternanthera.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • In former classification systems, the genus Telanthera was used to describe certain plants with broad leaves and small flowers.
  • Botanists are reviewing old research to determine which species were previously classified under the now-outdated genus Telanthera.
  • Historically, the plant had been referred to as a type of Telanthera but now belongs to Alternanthera, after thorough genetic testing and DNA sequencing.
  • The researchers realized their ancestors may have misclassified some Telanthera as aquatic plants when they actually prefer dry lands.
  • Studying former works with Telanthera species revealed that the division based on earlier morphological differences doesn't consistently correspond to our latest understanding of plant evolution and phylogeny.

Synonyms

  • Genus Telanthera
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