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genus Mesembryanthemum

genus Mesembryanthemum

9.9
A group of South African plants with flowers that open only in bright sunlight
  • noun
  • /ˈdʒɛnəs ˌmɛzɛmˌbriˈænθəməm/
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Mesembryanthemum
  • Gardeners appreciate plants from the genus Mesembryanthemum for their ability to thrive in full sun.

Examples

  • Botanists study the genus Mesembryanthemum to understand plant adaptation to arid environments.

  • The genus Mesembryanthemum includes many species known for their dazzling flowers.

  • The genus Mesembryanthemum includes many beautiful flowering plants.

  • Do you know about the genus Mesembryanthemum?

  • Botanists study the genus Mesembryanthemum to understand how these plants adapt to hotspots of sunlight.

  • Gardeners appreciate the genus Mesembryanthemum for its vibrant flowers that bloom in full sunshine.

  • The genus Mesembryanthemum is known for its unique flowers that only blossom on sunny days.

Synonyms

Mesembryanthemum
vsgenus Mesembryanthemum
  • Specialized
9.9

A South African plant that lives one or two years and opens its flowers in bright sunlight

is the same but includes a formal taxonomic label

Surface Forms

genus Mesembryanthemum singular
genera Mesembryanthemum plural

Morphology

genus + Mesembryanthemum

This phrase is a transparent compositional combination: 'genus' names a biological rank and 'Mesembryanthemum' is the taxon name, so the meaning ('the genus called Mesembryanthemum') follows directly from the parts. Taxonomic naming is a standard, cross-linguistic pattern, so a B1 learner who knows both constituents will readily understand the expression.

Etymology

Genus Mesembryanthemum may come from Greek parts mesembria and anthemum, which mean 'midday' and 'flower'. These plants open their flowers only in bright sunlight, so the name helps you remember they are 'midday flowers' that bloom in strong sun.