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cordaitaceae
 

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Noun cordaitaceae has 1 sense
  1. Cordaitaceae, family Cordaitaceae - chiefly Paleozoic plants; Cordaites is the chief and typical genus
    --1 is a kind of gymnosperm family
    --1 is a member of Cordaitales, order Cordaitales
    --1 has members: Cordaites, genus Cordaites

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Cordaitaceae

Description: The Cordaitaceae refers to a family of extinct seed plants that existed during the Carboniferous and Permian periods. They were among the dominant trees of their time and had strap-shaped leaves, parallel venation, and cone-like structures that bore seeds.

Sample Sentences:

  • The Cordaitaceae played a crucial role in the ancient ecosystem by providing habitat and food for various organisms.
  • Scientists study fossils of Cordaitaceae to understand the ecology of ancient forests.
  • The characteristic leaves of Cordaitaceae facilitated efficient photosynthesis.

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