amygdalaceae

noun

Meaning

A botanical family consisting of trees and shrubs that produce drupes, commonly known as the almond or plum family.

Examples

  • The classification of the genus Prunus within the Amygdalaceae has been a subject of extensive debate among plant taxonomists.
  • Many species belonging to the Amygdalaceae are prized for their ornamental blossoms in early spring.

Synonyms: rose family, stone fruit family, prunoids, drupaceous plants