Tetragoniaceae (Noun)
Meaning
Succulent herbs or small shrubs mostly of South Africa but also New Zealand and North America: carpetweeds; fig marigolds.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Tetragoniaceae is a family of succulent herbs or small shrubs that are mostly found in South Africa.
- Carpetweeds and fig marigolds are just two examples of plants that belong to the Tetragoniaceae family.
- The Tetragoniaceae family of plants is characterized by their small, succulent leaves that can store water.
- In addition to South Africa, Tetragoniaceae plants can also be found in New Zealand and North America.
- Tetragoniaceae plants are often used in landscaping and gardening in dry, rocky areas due to their hardy nature.