What is another word for Genus Daucus?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs dˈɔːkəs] (IPA)

Genus Daucus, commonly known as Wild Carrot, belongs to the family Apiaceae. Wild Carrot is a biennial plant that produces white flowers in its second year of growth. This plant is known for its medicinal properties and has been used as a diuretic, liver tonic, and even as a natural birth control method. Some synonyms for Genus Daucus are bird's nest, bishop's lace, white lace, and Queen Anne's lace. The name "bird's nest" refers to the hollowed center of the flower head, which resembles a bird's nest. "Bishop's lace" and "white lace" describe the intricate white flowers, while "Queen Anne's lace" refers to the flower's use in a legendary lace-making contest held by Queen Anne of England.

Synonyms for Genus daucus:

What are the hypernyms for Genus daucus?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    Apiales (order of flowering plants), Magnoliopsida (dicotyledonous angiosperms), Planteae (plant kingdom).

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