nauclea

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Noun nauclea has 1 sense

Nauclea, genus Nauclea - small genus of evergreen tropical shrubs or trees with smooth leathery leaves
--₁ is a kind of asterid dicot genus
--₁ is a member of Rubiaceae, family Rubiaceae, madder family
--₁ has members: opepe, Nauclea diderrichii, Sarcocephalus diderrichii

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Nauclea

Definition:

Nauclea is a genus of flowering plants in the family Rubiaceae. It primarily consists of tropical trees and shrubs.

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Noun

Senses:

Sense 1:

A genus of flowering plants in the family Rubiaceae.

Sample Sentence:

The nauclea shrub produces beautiful white flowers in the spring.

Sense 2:

A tropical tree commonly found in rainforests.

Sample Sentence:

The nauclea tree provides shelter for a variety of bird species.

Sense 3:

The wood from a nauclea tree used for various purposes.

Sample Sentence:

The craftsmen carved intricate designs on the furniture made from nauclea wood.