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genus Rhododendron

genus Rhododendron

7.7
A large group of bushes with bright flowers from cool northern areas
  • noun
  • /ˈdʒɛnəs ˌroʊdəˈdɛndrən/
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Rhododendron
  • The genus Rhododendron includes both evergreen and deciduous species prized for their vivid blossoms.

Examples

  • Botanists have identified over a thousand species within the genus Rhododendron.

  • Gardeners often choose plants from the genus Rhododendron to add color to their landscapes in spring.

  • The genus Rhododendron includes many species of flowering plants.

  • Many gardeners prefer the genus Rhododendron for its beautiful blooms.

  • The genus Rhododendron includes many species known for their vibrant flowers, making them popular in gardens.

  • In cooler climates, the genus Rhododendron thrives, displaying stunning blooms in the spring.

  • Many gardeners choose the genus Rhododendron for its beautiful, colorful flowers and evergreen foliage.

Surface Forms

genus Rhododendron singular
genera Rhododendron plural

Morphology

genus + rhododendron

The phrase is a straightforward taxonomic noun phrase: 'genus' (a biological rank) combined with 'rhododendron' (a type of shrub), so the overall meaning — the genus to which rhododendrons belong — is directly inferable from the parts. This is a compositional, cross-linguistically common naming pattern in biology, so a B1 learner who knows both constituents will readily understand it.

Etymology

Genus Rhododendron comes from two Greek words, rhodon ('rose') and dendron ('tree'), so it literally means 'rose tree'. Because these plants have bright, colorful flowers that look a bit like roses, the name helps you remember this group of bushes and small trees.