genus sinapis

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Noun genus sinapis has 1 sense

Sinapis, genus Sinapis - small genus of Old World herbs usually included in genus Brassica
--₁ is a kind of dilleniid dicot genus
--₁ is a member of
Cruciferae, family Cruciferae, Brassicaceae, family Brassicaceae, mustard family

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Genus Sinapis

Description:

Genus Sinapis refers to a taxonomic classification within the plant kingdom. It belongs to the family Brassicaceae and includes various species of flowering plants commonly known as mustards. These plants are characterized by their yellow flowers and belong to the same family as broccoli, cabbage, and radishes.

Sample Sentences:

The genus Sinapis consists of several species that are widely used in culinary purposes.
One popular species in the genus Sinapis is the Sinapis alba, commonly known as white mustard.
The genus Sinapis encompasses plants that are used for their seeds, leaves, and oil.
Sinapis arvensis, also known as charlock, is a common species found in the genus Sinapis.