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serotina

serotina

9.9
A Latin species name for plants that flower or fruit late in the year
  • noun
  • /ˌsɛrəˈtiːnə/
  • Specialized
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  • The serotina species blooms in late summer.

Examples

  • The black cherry tree is scientifically known as Prunus serotina.

  • Many plants with the epithet serotina bloom later in the year than related species.

  • Botanists identified the specimen as belonging to the species serotina.

  • Many gardeners appreciate the serotina for its late flowering.

  • Pyrus serotina is known for its delicious fruit that ripens late in the season.

  • The late-blooming variety of pear, known as serotina, is favored for its rich flavor.

  • In botanical research, serotina is often referenced as a model for studying seasonal flowering patterns.

Compounds

Pinus serotina
  • Specialized
9.9

A large pine tree with groups of three needles that grows in wet sandy swamps in the southeastern United States

Surface Forms

serotina singular
serotinas plural

Etymology

Serotina used as a species name comes from Latin sero 'late'. Scientists give the name serotina to plants that flower or fruit later than others, so seeing serotina in a scientific name usually means a 'late' species.