avicenniaceae

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Noun avicenniaceae has 1 sense

Avicenniaceae, family Avicenniaceae - used in some classifications: coextensive with the genus Avicennia
--₁ is a kind of asterid dicot family
--₁ is a member of
Verbenaceae, family Verbenaceae, verbena family, vervain family

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Avicenniaceae

Definition: Avicenniaceae is a family of flowering plants that are commonly known as mangrove trees. These plants have unique adaptations that allow them to thrive in saline or brackish water environments.

Usage:

Popular: Avicenniaceae plants play a vital role in coastal ecosystems by providing habitat and protection against erosion.
Local: The Avicenniaceae family is well-represented in the mangrove forests of Southeast Asia.

Examples:

The Avicenniaceae family includes species such as Avicennia marina and Avicennia germinans.
The Avicenniaceae trees have unique root structures called pneumatophores, which facilitate gas exchange in waterlogged soils.

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