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genus Achras

genus Achras

9.9
A group of tropical trees with papery leaves and large fruit
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Achras
  • The genus Achras is known for producing the sapodilla fruit enjoyed in many tropical regions.

Examples

  • Leaves from trees in the genus Achras are often papery and distinctively shaped.

  • Botanists recently discovered a new species within the genus Achras in Central America.

  • The genus Achras includes many tropical fruit trees.

  • Did you know that genus Achras produces sapodilla?

  • The genus Achras encompasses several species, including the popular sapodilla fruit tree.

  • Researchers are studying the characteristics of the genus Achras to better understand its ecological role.

  • Fruits from the genus Achras are prized for their sweetness and unique flavor.

Synonyms

Achras
vsgenus Achras
  • Specialized
9.9

A tropical tree with papery leaves and sweet edible fruit called sapodilla

lists the tropical genus and includes that fruit without special emphasis

Surface Forms

genus Achras singular
genera Achras plural

Morphology

genus + Achras

The phrase 'genus Achras' is a straightforward taxonomic naming pattern: 'genus' (a biological rank) combined with the proper name 'Achras' yields the genus called Achras. This compositional structure is transparent and cross-linguistically common, so a learner who knows both constituents would readily infer the meaning.

Etymology

Genus Achras may come from old local names for the sapodilla tree in the Americas. Botanists used this word for a group of tropical trees that make the sweet round 'sapodilla' fruit, so the name helps us remember these trees by their fruit.