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family ephedraceae

 

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Noun family ephedraceae has 1 sense
  1. Ephedraceae, family Ephedraceae - ephedras: in some classifications included in the Gnetaceae
    --1 is a kind of gymnosperm family
    --1 is a member of Gnetales, order Gnetales
    --1 has members: genus Ephedra

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Family Ephedraceae

Description:

The Family Ephedraceae is a group of gymnosperm plants that consists of herbs, shrubs, or small trees. They are commonly known as the Ephedra family and are characterized by their slender, jointed stems and tiny, scale-like leaves. This family includes various species of ephedra, a plant known for its medicinal properties.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun):

Referring to the botanical family Ephedraceae.

Example: The family Ephedraceae is widely distributed across different regions of the world.

Sense 2 (Noun):

A plant belonging to the family Ephedraceae.

Example: The ephedra plant is a member of the family Ephedraceae and has been used in traditional medicine for centuries.

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