Synonyms:
Genera, Genuses
Genus A rank in plant classification that groups together closely related species sharing many characteristics—typically more alike than plants grouped only at the family level. A genus forms the first part of a plant's two-part scientific name; for example, in the oaks ( Quercus ), Quercus rubra (red oak) and Quercus alba (white oak) belong to the same genus. Knowing a plant's genus helps with…
