Genus Names, Meanings, and their History

Explore genus names from around the world to learn more about, including their meanings, pronunciation, and history.

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Annona (ah-NOH-nah)

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Salvia (sahl-vee-uh)

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Allisyn (AL-i-sin)

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Paarthiban (PAHR-thuh-bahn)

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Harabat (hah-rah-baht)

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Duqaq (doo-KAHK)

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Ammy (AM-ee)

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Nichya (nihc-chah)

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Kutaiba (koo-TAY-bah)

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Omendra (oh-MEN-drah)

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Quiana (kee-AH-nah)

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Munikrishna (moo-nee-kree-shnah)

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Madhupadma (MAH-doo-PAHD-mah)

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Chintamani (chin-tah-mah-nee)