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genus Clethra

genus Clethra

9.9
A group of shrubs and small trees that lose their leaves and have sweet-smelling white flowers
  • noun
  • /ˈdʒɛnəs ˈklɛθrə/
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Clethra
  • One notable species within the genus Clethra is Clethra alnifolia, valued for its fragrant flowers.

Examples

  • The genus Clethra includes plants commonly known as summersweet and white alder.

  • Botanists recently discovered a new population belonging to the genus Clethra in the region.

  • The genus Clethra includes various species of shrubs.

  • Many gardeners appreciate the genus Clethra for its fragrant flowers.

  • One notable species within the genus Clethra is Clethra alnifolia, valued for its fragrant flowers.

  • Many gardeners appreciate the genus Clethra for its fragrant flowers.

  • The genus Clethra includes plants commonly known as summersweet and white alder.

Synonyms

Clethra
vsgenus Clethra
  • Specialized
9.9

A small tree or bush with sweet white flowers that grows well in wet, shady places

is the genus identified as the sole member of its family and by common names

Surface Forms

genus Clethra singular
genera Clethra plural

Morphology

genus + Clethra

The phrase is a straightforward taxonomic label combining the biological rank 'genus' with the plant name 'Clethra', so a learner who knows both words can infer it refers to the genus named Clethra (a group of shrubs/small trees). Taxonomic noun + name constructions are compositional and common across languages, making the meaning directly derivable from the constituents.

Etymology

Genus Clethra combines genus (a name for a group of similar plants) and Clethra (the name given to a group of sweet‑flowering shrubs). That's why it refers to the group of small trees and shrubs known as 'summersweet' or 'white alder'.