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Myrtus

Myrtus

9.9
An evergreen bush or small tree with fragrant leaves and white flowers often grown in gardens
  • noun
  • /ˈmɜr.təs/
  • Specialized
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  • The Myrtus genus includes the common myrtle, widely cultivated for its fragrant leaves and white flowers.

Examples

  • In Mediterranean gardens, Myrtus is often grown as an ornamental shrub.

  • The Myrtus plant is often used in traditional medicine.

  • Botanists study Myrtus for its importance in horticulture and traditional medicine.

  • Many gardeners appreciate the beauty of Myrtus shrubs.

  • In Mediterranean gardens, Myrtus is often grown as an ornamental shrub.

  • The Myrtus genus includes the common myrtle, widely cultivated for its fragrant leaves and white flowers.

  • Many gardeners appreciate the beauty of Myrtus shrubs.

Synonyms

genus Myrtus
vsMyrtus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of plants that includes the common myrtle and related evergreen shrubs

is the common name and general description used outside strict taxonomy

Compounds

genus Myrtus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of plants that includes the common myrtle and related evergreen shrubs

Surface Forms

Myrtus singular
Myrtuses plural

Etymology

Myrtus comes from the old Greek word myrtos, which was the name for the myrtle plant. So Myrtus is the scientific name for the evergreen shrubs we call 'myrtle', plants known for their nice smell and white flowers.