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Persea

Persea

9.8
A group of evergreen trees and shrubs that includes the avocado
  • noun
  • /pərˈsiːə/
  • Specialized
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  • The Persea tree is known for its delicious fruit.

Examples

  • The most well-known member of the Persea genus is the avocado tree, Persea americana.

  • The Persea genus includes several species of trees native to Central and South America.

  • Scientists are studying the growth patterns of Persea trees across different climates.

  • Did you know that Persea is part of the laurel family?

  • The Persea tree provides a habitat for various bird species in the rainforest.

  • Many gardeners love planting Persea trees for their lush foliage and tasty fruit.

  • In tropical climates, the Persea is valued not only for its shade but also for its delicious avocados.

Compounds

Persea borbonia
  • Specialized
9.9

A small evergreen tree from the southern United States with leaves that smell and dark red wood

Surface Forms

Persea singular
Perseas plural

Etymology

Persea comes from an old Greek name for a kind of tree, and plant scientists kept that old name when they named the group of evergreen trees and shrubs. So Persea today refers to that group of plants, including the avocado tree.