Juniperus: meaning, definitions and examples
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juniperus
[ หdสuหnษชpษrษs ]
botanical name
Juniperus is a genus of coniferous trees and shrubs in the cypress family, Cupressaceae. This genus includes a variety of species known for their aromatic needles and berries, often used in landscaping and for medicinal purposes. They are native to various regions around the world, commonly found in the Northern Hemisphere.
Synonyms
juniper, needle-bearing tree.
Examples of usage
- The Juniperus tree provides excellent privacy in gardens.
- Many species of Juniperus are used for ornamental purposes.
- Juniperus berries are often used in cooking and distillation.
Translations
Translations of the word "juniperus" in other languages:
๐ต๐น junรญpero
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคจเคฟเคชเฅเคฐเคธ
๐ฉ๐ช Wacholder
๐ฎ๐ฉ juniperus
๐บ๐ฆ ัะปัะฒะตัั
๐ต๐ฑ jaลowiec
๐ฏ๐ต ใธใฅใใใฉใน
๐ซ๐ท genรฉvrier
๐ช๐ธ enebro
๐น๐ท juniper
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฃผ๋ํผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฌูููุจุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ jalovec
๐ธ๐ฐ jalovec
๐จ๐ณ ๆๆพ
๐ธ๐ฎ brin
๐ฎ๐ธ juniper
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถัะฝะธะฟะตััั
๐ฌ๐ช แฏแฃแแแแแ แฃแกแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ juniperus
๐ฒ๐ฝ enebro
Etymology
The term 'Juniperus' originates from Latin, where it means 'juniper'. The word has its roots in ancient languages and has been used historically to refer to a range of coniferous plants. The genus was first described scientifically by Carl Linnaeus in his work 'Species Plantarum' in 1753. The use of junipers dates back to ancient times, with various cultures utilizing the plant for its wood, medicinal properties, and as a flavoring agent in cooking and distillation. The adaptability of Juniperus species to various climates and soils has contributed to its widespread distribution and popularity in horticulture.