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genus Echinacea

genus Echinacea

6.6
A group of rough, long-lived plants from North America with daisy-like flowers used in medicine
  • noun
  • /ˈdʒɛnəs ˌɛkɪˈneɪʃə/
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Echinacea
  • The genus Echinacea includes several species used in herbal medicine.

Examples

  • Many gardeners plant members of the genus Echinacea for their attractive flowers and hardiness.

  • Scientists are studying the medicinal properties of genus Echinacea to understand its effects on the immune system.

  • The genus Echinacea is well known for its use in herbal remedies.

  • Many gardeners love the genus Echinacea for its vibrant flowers.

  • Many gardeners plant members of the genus Echinacea for their attractive flowers and hardiness.

  • The genus Echinacea is well known for its use in herbal remedies.

  • Scientists are studying the medicinal properties of genus Echinacea to understand its effects on the immune system.

Synonyms

Echinacea
vsgenus Echinacea
  • Specialized
7 8.2

A tall garden herb with purple cone-shaped flowers often used to help the immune system

is the small botanical group noted for daisy-like flowers and general medicinal use

Surface Forms

genus Echinacea singular
genera Echinacea plural

Morphology

genus + Echinacea

This phrase is fully compositional: 'genus' names a biological rank and 'Echinacea' names a taxon, so 'genus Echinacea' clearly means the taxonomic group containing Echinacea species. The structure and meaning follow standard scientific naming conventions found across languages, so a B1 learner who knows both constituents will readily infer the intended sense.

Etymology

Genus Echinacea gets its name from the Greek word echinos, meaning 'hedgehog' or 'sea urchin', because the flower's round central cone is covered in sharp points. That's why this group of daisy-like plants is called Echinacea and the name helps you remember their spiky center.