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Commelinaceae  

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  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A plant family of the order Commelinales, subclass Commelinidae, class Liliopsida (monocotyledons) that are often somewhat succulent. The leaves are alternate, simple, parallel-veined, and usually with a closed sheathing base. The flowers are often in cymes and have 3 petals and 3 sepals.

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  • txid4740

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-DXD8MTC4-B

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