Fitzroya
|Fitz-roy-a|
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/fɪtsˈrɔɪə/
Evergreen coniferous tree
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Fitzroya' originates from the name of Robert FitzRoy, a British naval officer and scientist.
Historical Evolution
'Fitzroya' was named in honor of Robert FitzRoy, who was the captain of HMS Beagle during Charles Darwin's famous voyage.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was simply a name given to honor FitzRoy, and it has remained as the genus name for these trees.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of evergreen coniferous trees native to the southern Andes in Chile and Argentina, known for their longevity and large size.
The Fitzroya trees in the Andes are among the oldest living trees in the world.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/05 14:34