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Definition of Genus Dryas
1. Noun. Mountain avens.
Exact synonyms: Dryas
Generic synonyms: Rosid Dicot Genus
Group relationships: Family Rosaceae, Rosaceae, Rose Family
Member holonyms: Dryas Octopetala, Mountain Avens
Generic synonyms: Rosid Dicot Genus
Group relationships: Family Rosaceae, Rosaceae, Rose Family
Member holonyms: Dryas Octopetala, Mountain Avens
Lexicographical Neighbors of Genus Dryas
Literary usage of Genus Dryas
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Plant World by Plant World Association, Wild Flower Preservation Society (U.S.) (1901)
"The little Arctic and alpine herbs belonging to the genus Dryas are somewhat
similar to the preceding in the appearance of their flowers, but the numerous ..."
2. Tijdschrift voor entomologie by Nederlandsche Entomologische Vereeniging (1882)
"Ook deze soort plaats ik liever in het genus Dryas dan in Urania. De sprieten
zijn echter iets langer dan bij Leda, ook is de dwars- ader der ..."