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Genus Colutea

The genus Colutea is a plant genus in the family Fabaceae, consisting of shrubs and small trees. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia.

1. Noun

Sense 1:

A genus of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae, characterized by showy yellow flowers and peculiar inflated seedpods.

Example sentence: The genus Colutea includes various species of shrubs and small trees with beautiful yellow flowers.

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Sense 2:

The dried and powdered root of Colutea arborescens, used in traditional medicine.

Example sentence: Some herbalists use genus colutea as a natural remedy for digestive issues.

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2. Proper Noun

Sense 1:

A specific species within the genus Colutea.

Example sentence: The Colutea monspessulana is commonly known as bladder senna.

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