Definitions

1. noun

A subgenus, especially one that is a subdivision of a genus within a family of organisms, or the organisms that belong to it.

“The researchers studied the subgentes of a particular species of plant and found several new species within the subgenus.”

2. adjective

Relating to a subgenus or the organisms that belong to it.

“The characteristics of the subgentes were studied in detail by the researchers.”