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genus crocus

 

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Noun genus crocus has 1 sense
  1. genus Crocus - a monocotyledonous genus of the family Iridaceae
    --1 is a kind of
    liliid monocot genus
    --1 is a member of Iridaceae, family Iridaceae, iris family
    --1 has member: crocus

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Genus Crocus

A genus refers to a category in the classification of organisms, usually comprising of several species that share similar characteristics. Genus Crocus is a specific genus of plants that belong to the family Iridaceae and are known for their beautiful, colorful flowers.

Senses and Usages:

Noun

1. A type of flowering plant: The genus Crocus encompasses various species of perennial plants, typically with narrow, grass-like leaves and showy, cup-shaped flowers. These plants are widely cultivated for both ornamental and medicinal purposes.

Example sentence: The genus Crocus includes popular garden flowers like the Dutch crocus and the saffron crocus.

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Adjective

1. Describing plants of the genus Crocus: The crocus flowers that belong to the genus Crocus come in a variety of colors, including purple, white, and yellow.

Example sentence: The genus Crocus has many attractive and fragrant flowers.

Related Adjective

1. Popular: The genus Crocus is popular for its vibrant and early spring-blooming flowers, often signaling the arrival of warmer weather.

Example sentence: Crocuses, which belong to the genus Crocus, are a popular choice among gardeners for their ability to bring colorful blooms to the garden in early spring.

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