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Genus Daphne

Description

A genus is a taxonomic rank used in the biological classification of living organisms. Genus Daphne refers to a specific genus of flowering plants in the family Thymelaeaceae. It contains numerous species known for their attractive flowers and often pleasant fragrance.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1

Noun: Genus Daphne refers to the taxonomic classification of flowering plants belonging to the family Thymelaeaceae.

Example Sentence: The genus Daphne includes popular species like Daphne mezereum and Daphne odora.

Sense 2

Noun: Genus Daphne can also refer to a particular plant species within the genus, such as Daphne mezereum.

Example Sentence: I planted a beautiful Genus Daphne in my garden, and its fragrant flowers have been attracting butterflies.

Sense 3

Adjective: Genus Daphne can be used as an adjective to describe something related to the plants in the Daphne genus.

Example Sentence: The Genus Daphne flowers have a captivating fragrance.

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