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Chordospartium

Chordospartium

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A small group of New Zealand trees including the weeping tree broom, some of which are endangered
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: Chordospartium
  • The weeping tree broom, a type of Chordospartium, is notable for its graceful branches.

Examples

  • The rare Chordospartium is found only in certain regions of New Zealand.

  • Many Chordospartium trees are endangered due to habitat loss.

  • Botanists are working to conserve the endangered species of Chordospartium.

  • The Chordospartium species is unique to New Zealand.

  • The rare Chordospartium is found only in certain regions of New Zealand.

  • Botanists are working to conserve the endangered species of Chordospartium.

  • Many Chordospartium trees are endangered due to habitat loss.

Synonyms

genus Chordospartium
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A small group of pea family trees from New Zealand, including rare weeping tree brooms

is broader and omits the family detail and exact species number

Compounds

genus Chordospartium
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9.9

A small group of pea family trees from New Zealand, including rare weeping tree brooms

Surface Forms

Etymology

Chordospartium combines chordo- meaning 'string' or 'cord' and Spartium meaning 'broom'. So think of a 'stringy broom': the image of long, hanging branches helps you remember this small group of New Zealand trees known as the weeping tree broom.