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Caprifoliaceae

Caprifoliaceae

9.9
A family of flowering shrubs and small trees that includes honeysuckles
  • noun
  • /ˌkæprɪˈfoʊliˌeɪsiˌi/
  • Specialized
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  • Botanists debated the classification of Caprifoliaceae due to its diversity of flowering shrubs.

Examples

  • The Caprifoliaceae are found throughout the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.

  • The Caprifoliaceae family includes many beautiful flowering plants.

  • Many ornamental plants belong to the Caprifoliaceae family, including honeysuckles and viburnums.

  • Many species of Caprifoliaceae thrive in temperate climates.

  • The Caprifoliaceae family includes numerous species such as honeysuckles and viburnums.

  • Gardeners often appreciate plants from the Caprifoliaceae family for their fragrant flowers.

  • In the Caprifoliaceae family, many plants attract pollinators with their vibrant blooms.

Synonyms

honeysuckle family
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  • Specialized
6.8

A group of shrubs, small trees, and woody vines that includes honeysuckle and similar plants

is the scientific family name used in formal plant classification

Surface Forms

Caprifoliaceae singular
Caprifoliaceas plural

Etymology

Caprifoliaceae comes from Latin parts capri- 'goat' and folium 'leaf', so it originally meant 'goat-leaf'. Today the name is used for plants like honeysuckles, so Caprifoliaceae means the honeysuckle family of shrubs and vines.