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Bocconia

Bocconia

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A tropical American tree or shrub in the poppy family
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Several species within the genus Bocconia are valued for their striking flowers and foliage.

Examples

  • Botanists are studying Bocconia to better understand its relationship with other members of the poppy family.

  • The leaves of Bocconia are large and deeply lobed, making the plant attractive for ornamental gardens.

  • The Bocconia plant thrives in tropical climates.

  • Many gardeners appreciate Bocconia for its unique foliage.

  • Botanists are studying Bocconia to better understand its relationship with other members of the poppy family.

  • Several species within the genus Bocconia are valued for their striking flowers and foliage.

  • The leaves of Bocconia are large and deeply lobed, making the plant attractive for ornamental gardens.

Surface Forms

Bocconia singular
Bocconias plural

Etymology

Bocconia is a plant name made from the Italian plant scientist Boccone and the ending -ia, which shows 'belonging to' a person in many plant and place names like Victoria. So Bocconia means 'the plants of Boccone', which is why scientists use it for this group of tropical trees and shrubs.