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Aizoaceae

Aizoaceae

9.9
A family of fleshy plants from South Africa, like carpetweeds and fig marigolds
  • noun
  • /ˌeɪzoʊˈeɪʃiˌi/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Aizoáceas
  • The Aizoaceae family is known for its drought-resistant, succulent plants.

Examples

  • Many species in the Aizoaceae are cultivated as ornamental ground covers.

  • Collectors of rare succulents often seek out unusual members of the Aizoaceae.

  • The Aizoaceae family includes many unique plants.

  • Many gardeners love to cultivate Aizoaceae for their beauty.

  • Many species in the Aizoaceae family thrive in arid conditions, making them popular among desert garden enthusiasts.

  • The vibrant flowers of Aizoaceae plants add color to South African landscapes.

  • To create a stunning rock garden, consider incorporating various types of Aizoaceae for their unique textures and colors.

Synonyms

carpetweed family
vsAizoaceae
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small plants with thick leaves that store water, like carpetweeds and fig marigolds

is the scientific family name rather than a common name
Tetragoniaceae
vsAizoaceae
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small plants with thick leaves, like carpetweeds, that grow in dry places or by the sea

is defined as mainly South African without highlighting other regions

Surface Forms

Aizoaceae singular
Aizoaceas plural

Morphology

Aizoaceae = aizo + aceae

This is a Latin botanical family name formed with the technical suffix '-aceae' attached to a genus-derived combining form ('aizo'), which is not a standalone English word, so the meaning is not derivable by average learners.

Etymology

Aizoaceae comes from the plant name Aizoon plus the family ending -aceae, and Aizoon comes from old Greek words meaning 'always' and 'life'. A helpful way to remember this is that the root zoon is like the word zoo ('animals' or 'life'), so Aizoaceae means 'ever-living' and fits these succulents that survive with little water.