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Pyrularia

Pyrularia

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A small group of shrubs that live on other plants, found mainly in Asia
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The parasitic shrub Pyrularia is native to mountainous regions of Asia.

Examples

  • Fruits of Pyrularia resemble small pears, giving the genus its name.

  • Some species of Pyrularia are known for their medicinal properties.

  • Botanists have identified several interesting adaptations in the genus Pyrularia.

  • The Pyrularia plant thrives in tropical climates.

  • The parasitic shrub Pyrularia is native to mountainous regions of Asia.

  • Fruits of Pyrularia resemble small pears, giving the genus its name.

  • Botanists have identified several interesting adaptations in the genus Pyrularia.

Surface Forms

Pyrularia singular
Pyrularias plural

Etymology

Pyrularia comes from the Latin pyrus 'pear' and the suffix -aria 'connected with', so it literally means 'pear-like'. Scientists gave this name because the shrubs have fruits that look like small pears.