Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flora
Noun
/ˈflɔːrə/
Definition
The plant life occurring in a particular region or time, generally the natural vegetation.
Examples
- The flora of the Amazon rainforest is incredibly diverse.
- Scientists study the flora of different ecosystems to understand biodiversity.
- The botanical garden showcases the native flora of the region.
Meaning
The term ‘flora’ refers to the collective plants of a specific region, habitat, or geological period, encompassing all kinds of plants from trees to flowers.
Synonyms
- vegetation
- plant life
- greenery