retrophyllum

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Noun retrophyllum has 1 sense

Retrophyllum, genus Retrophyllum - small genus of tropical evergreen dioecious shrubs or trees of Oceania and tropical South America
--₁ is a kind of gymnosperm genus
--₁ is a member of Podocarpaceae, family Podocarpaceae, podocarpus family

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Retrophyllum

Noun

Sense: A genus of coniferous trees

Retrophyllum is a genus of coniferous trees native to the southern hemisphere.

Sample sentence: The Retrophyllum conifers are known for their unique foliage and cone structure.

Adjective

Sense: Relating to or characteristic of Retrophyllum trees

The Retrophyllum tree has a retrophyllum fragrance which fills the forest.

Sample sentence: The retrophyllum foliage adds a graceful touch to any garden.

Adverb

Sense: In a manner reminiscent of Retrophyllum

The trees swayed retrophyllum in the gentle breeze.

Sample sentence: The leaves fluttered retrophyllum as the wind whispered through the forest.