genus carlina

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Noun genus carlina has 1 sense

Carlina, genus Carlina - genus of Mediterranean thistles
--₁ is a kind of asterid dicot genus
--₁ is a member of
Compositae, family Compositae, Asteraceae, family Asteraceae, aster family
--₁ has members: carline thistle

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Genus Carlina

Description

The term "genus Carlina" refers to a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, commonly known as carlines. This genus includes perennial herbs that are native to Europe, Asia, and northern Africa. The plants in genus Carlina are known for their cylindrical and spiky flower heads, and they often grow in dry and rocky areas.

Sample Sentences

The genus Carlina includes several species of thistle-like plants.
Carlina acaulis, a species belonging to the genus Carlina, is known for its beautiful silver flowers.
As an herbal remedy, certain species of genus Carlina are used to treat digestive disorders.

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