aldrovanda
|al-dro-van-da|
C2
/ˌæl.drəˈvændə/
carnivorous aquatic plant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aldrovanda' originates from the name of the Italian naturalist 'Ulisse Aldrovandi', who was known for his work in botany and zoology.
Historical Evolution
The genus name 'Aldrovanda' was given in honor of Ulisse Aldrovandi, reflecting his contributions to natural sciences.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was simply a genus name, and it continues to refer to the same group of plants.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of carnivorous aquatic plants, known as waterwheel plants, belonging to the family Droseraceae.
The aldrovanda plant captures small aquatic organisms.
Synonyms
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