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genus Cheiranthus

genus Cheiranthus

9.8
A group of perennial plants with bright, fragrant flowers called wallflowers
  • noun
  • /ˈdʒɛnəs kəˈraɪnθəs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Cheiranthus
  • Many gardeners plant genus Cheiranthus members to add vibrant color to their flower beds.

Examples

  • The genus Cheiranthus is well known for its resilient, fragrant blossoms.

  • Botanists are interested in the adaptability of species within the genus Cheiranthus.

  • The genus Cheiranthus includes many beautiful flowers.

  • Many gardeners love the genus Cheiranthus for its vibrant colors.

  • Many gardeners plant members of the genus Cheiranthus to brighten up their gardens.

  • The genus Cheiranthus produces colorful flowers that attract butterflies and bees.

  • Botanists study the genus Cheiranthus for its unique adaptations to various climates.

Synonyms

Cheiranthus
vsgenus Cheiranthus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of wallflower plants that gardeners grow for bright spring flowers

puts a formal taxonomic word before the scientific name

Surface Forms

genus Cheiranthus singular
genera Cheiranthus plural

Morphology

genus + Cheiranthus

The phrase is a straightforward taxonomic composition: 'genus' (a biological rank) combined with the proper name 'Cheiranthus' directly signals the genus of those plants. Such 'genus + name' constructions are regular and cross-linguistically common, so a learner who knows both constituents can immediately infer the intended meaning.

Etymology

Genus Cheiranthus may come from the Greek parts cheir and anthos, meaning 'hand' and 'flower'. The plant's petals can look like a small hand or spread fingers, so the name gives a simple image to help you remember it is a colorful wallflower.