betulaceae

/bɛtjʊˈleɪsiːi/ BEH-tyoo-LAY-see-ee

Definitions

1. noun

a family of flowering plants, order Fagales, that includes beeches, birches, and alders

“The new botanical garden features a large collection of Betulaceae species from around the world.”

Synonyms

  • beech family
  • birch family