genus camellia

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Noun genus camellia has 1 sense

genus Camellia - tropical Asiatic evergreen shrubs or small trees
--₁ is a kind of dilleniid dicot genus
--₁ is a member of Theaceae, family Theaceae, tea family
--₁ has members: camellia, camelia; tea, Camellia sinensis

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Genus Camellia

Description:

The genus Camellia is a group of evergreen flowering plants in the family Theaceae. It is native to eastern and southern Asia and primarily known for its ornamental value. The genus includes several species, the most well-known being Camellia sinensis, which is used to produce tea.

Sample sentences:

Noun - The genus Camellia consists of many beautiful flowering plants.

Adjective - Camellias are popular ornamental plants.

Verb - Gardeners often propagate camellias through cuttings.

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