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genus Sequoia

genus Sequoia

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A group of very large redwood trees like the coast redwood
  • noun
  • /ˈdʒɛnəs sɪˈkwɔɪə/
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Sequoia
  • The genus Sequoia includes some of the tallest trees on Earth.

Examples

  • The genus Sequoia contains the famous coast redwood, known for its great height.

  • Only one living species remains in the genus Sequoia, making it unique among conifers.

  • Botanists debated the classification of the genus Sequoia for many years.

  • Many scientists study the genus Sequoia for its unique characteristics.

  • The genus Sequoia includes the giant redwoods known for their impressive size.

  • In the genus Sequoia, scientists have identified species that thrive in specific climates.

  • Members of the genus Sequoia can live for thousands of years, making them some of the oldest living organisms.

Surface Forms

genus Sequoia singular
genera Sequoia plural

Morphology

genus + sequoia

The term is directly compositional: 'genus' (a biological rank) combined with the proper name 'Sequoia' straightforwardly denotes the taxonomic genus containing Sequoia trees. This is a standard scientific naming pattern (genus + name) familiar across languages, so a learner who knows both constituents will understand the meaning.

Etymology

Genus Sequoia may come from Sequoyah, a Cherokee man who made a new alphabet in the early 1800s. Botanists used his name to honor him, so thinking of Sequoyah's bold act helps you remember that Sequoia refers to a very large and special group of redwood trees.