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Rhodosphaera

Rhodosphaera

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An Australian evergreen tree with strong wood that lasts a long time
  • noun
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translation icon : Rhodosphaera
  • Botanists discovered a new population of Rhodosphaera in eastern Australia.

Examples

  • The Rhodosphaera tree thrives in warm climates.

  • Many gardeners admire the Rhodosphaera for its lush foliage.

  • Rhodosphaera leaves remain green throughout the year, making it a true evergreen.

  • The wood of Rhodosphaera is valued for its strength and durability.

  • Botanists discovered a new population of Rhodosphaera in eastern Australia.

  • The wood of Rhodosphaera is valued for its strength and durability.

  • Many gardeners admire the Rhodosphaera for its lush foliage.

Synonyms

genus Rhodosphaera
vsRhodosphaera
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of evergreen trees with only one species found in Australia

has identical meaning but differs only in phrasing or word order

Compounds

genus Rhodosphaera
  • Specialized
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A group of evergreen trees with only one species found in Australia

Rhodosphaera rhodanthema
  • Specialized
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An evergreen tree from Australia with dark yellow wood

Surface Forms

Rhodosphaera singular
Rhodosphaerae plural

Etymology

Rhodosphaera comes from two Greek parts: rhodo- 'rose' or 'red' and sphaera 'sphere' or 'ball'. A helpful way to remember it is to think of the tree's round red fruits, so the name points to this Australian evergreen and helps you picture those small red balls.