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Podocarpaceae

Podocarpaceae

9.9
A family of evergreen trees and shrubs with small leaves like needles or scales, mostly in the Southern Hemisphere
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Botanists are studying the evolutionary history of Podocarpaceae to understand conifer diversification.

Examples

  • Members of the Podocarpaceae family have needlelike or scalelike leaves adapted to a range of habitats.

  • The Podocarpaceae are widespread in southern temperate forests, especially in New Zealand and South America.

  • The Podocarpaceae family includes many unique species.

  • Are there any Podocarpaceae trees in your area?

  • In the Southern Hemisphere, the Podocarpaceae family features trees and shrubs with needlelike leaves.

  • Several tropical regions are home to species of Podocarpaceae, which are known for their unique leaf structures.

  • The Podocarpaceae plants thrive in a variety of climates, showcasing their adaptability to different environments.

Synonyms

podocarpus family
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  • Australian
9.9

A group of evergreen trees and shrubs with thin, needlelike leaves that stay green

has identical meaning but stresses distribution mainly in the Southern Hemisphere

Surface Forms

Podocarpaceae singular
Podocarpaceae plural

Etymology

Podocarpaceae comes from Greek parts podo- ('foot') and -carp ('fruit'), because the small fruits of these trees sit on a little stalk like a tiny foot. That's why this name fits a family of southern cone-bearing trees and shrubs — the 'footed' fruit helps you remember which group of plants it is.