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genus Betula

genus Betula

8.6
A group of trees and shrubs known as birches
  • noun
  • /ˈdʒɛnəs ˈbɛtʃələ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Betula
  • The genus Betula includes many species commonly known as birches.

Examples

  • The paper birch is a well-known species within the genus Betula.

  • Some members of the genus Betula are valued for their ornamental bark and delicate leaves.

  • The genus Betula includes several species of birch trees.

  • Did you know that the genus Betula consists of about 60 species?

  • The genus Betula is recognized for its diverse tree species, many of which are used in landscaping.

  • In the genus Betula, the silver birch is particularly admired for its striking white bark.

  • Foresters often study the genus Betula to understand its role in forest ecosystems.

Synonyms

Betula
vsgenus Betula
  • Specialized
1 8.9

A group of trees and small bushes like birch trees

notes that members are deciduous and lose their leaves each year

Surface Forms

genus Betula singular
genera Betula plural

Morphology

genus + Betula

Given knowledge of 'genus' (a biological rank) and 'Betula' (the established name for birches), the phrase 'genus Betula' is directly interpretable as the taxonomic group containing birch species. This scientific naming convention is compositional and cross-linguistically consistent, so a learner who knows both constituents will readily understand the MWE.

Etymology

Genus Betula comes from the Latin word Betula, which meant the tree we call a 'birch' with thin leaves and white, papery bark. So, genus Betula is the scientific name for the group of trees known as 'birches'.