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genus Arnoseris

genus Arnoseris

9.9
A small group of flowering plants in the daisy family called lamb succory
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Arnoseris
  • The genus Arnoseris contains only one known species, Arnoseris minima, commonly called lamb succory.

Examples

  • In her research, she identified a rare specimen belonging to the genus Arnoseris.

  • Botanists are interested in the distribution of genus Arnoseris across Europe.

  • The genus Arnoseris includes several species of flowering plants.

  • Have you heard of the genus Arnoseris?

  • The genus Arnoseris is often studied for its unique adaptations to dry environments.

  • Researchers have classified the genus Arnoseris as part of the diverse daisy family.

  • Several plants from the genus Arnoseris are used in traditional herbal remedies.

Synonyms

Arnoseris
vsgenus Arnoseris
  • Specialized
9.9

A small plant with yellow flowers like a dandelion

is the identical name presented with a formal scientific label

Surface Forms

genus Arnoseris singular
genera Arnoseris plural

Morphology

genus + Arnoseris

This is fully compositional: 'genus' (a biological rank) combined with the proper name 'Arnoseris' yields the taxonomic group called Arnoseris. The pattern ‘‘genus + name’’ is a direct naming construction found across languages and is not idiomatic, so a B1 learner who knows both words will understand the meaning.

Etymology

Genus Arnoseris may come from old Greek parts: arn- meaning 'lamb' and -seris meaning a salad or chicory-like plant. This simple picture explains why the plants are called 'lamb succory' today.