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Ochna

Ochna

9.9
A group of evergreen trees and shrubs that grow in tropical Africa and Asia and often have bright yellow flowers
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The Ochna species in the garden are admired for their bright yellow blossoms.

Examples

  • Many horticulturists study Ochna for its unique floral structure.

  • Many gardeners prefer Ochna for its ornamental value.

  • Botanical texts often reference Ochna as the type genus of Ochnaceae.

  • The Ochna tree is known for its vibrant flowers.

  • The Ochna tree’s glossy leaves provide a lush backdrop for its colorful blossoms.

  • Horticulturists cultivate Ochna due to its resilience and ability to thrive in tropical climates.

  • In botany class, we learned that Ochna is part of the Ochnaceae family and has many fascinating species.

Compounds

ochna family
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of tropical evergreen trees and shrubs with thick shiny leaves and bright flowers

Surface Forms

Ochna singular
Ochnas plural

Etymology

Ochna comes from a Greek word óchne meaning 'wild pear'. Early plant scientists used this name because the plant's fruit looked like a small pear, so the name stuck for this group of tropical shrubs and trees.