Otala is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. It includes several species native to Madagascar, where it grows in various habitats such as forests, savannas, and wetlands. The genus name "Otala" honors the French explorer François de Laval, who described it in 1743.
Crotalaria is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, known for their large, colorful flowers and edible fruits.
Rhotala is a type of mineral that appears in the form of crystals or spheres, known for its distinctive red coloration and unique crystal structure. It is commonly found in rocks and minerals from various parts of the world, including Australia, China, and India. This mineral has been used in traditional healing practices as an anti-inflammatory agent and has been associated with a range of health benefits.
Kotalahti is a Finnish word that translates to "butterfly" in English. It's often used as an adjective or adverb, meaning something that sways back and forth or moves about slowly.
Protalaridris is a genus of fungi that belongs to the family Ascomycota. They are known for their unique, complex structures and their ability to form spores, which are dispersed in the soil through wind or by animals like insects. This group of fungi is also associated with the study of mycorrhizal associations, where plant roots penetrate into the fungal hyphae, allowing symbiotic relationships between the plant and its fungus.
Crotaphyta, a family of flowering plants that includes species from the order Crotalaria and the genus Crotalus, including crotulas, which are seeds enclosed in a hard shell.
Crotalarieae is a group of plants that are known for their unique root system, which can be up to 25 feet long and consists of branches, roots, and thorns. They are primarily found in tropical regions and have been used as medicinal plants due to their anti-inflammatory properties.
Rotala is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, native to the Eastern Himalayas and the Andes. The species are known for their large, leafy leaves that can grow up to 15 feet tall, which provide food for insects and other animals. Rotala also has a unique reproductive cycle involving pollination by birds, bees, and butterflies, leading to an abundance of seeds that can be dispersed across the Himalayan region.
Acidotalaromyces is a bacteria genus from the class Bacteroidetes, which belongs to the order Firmicutes and family Firmiculae. It is classified as a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium that primarily lives in soil environments. The species' ability to ferment organic matter through the process of pyrolysis has been identified as a potential source of bioremediation for industrial applications.
Crotalaria is a type of flowering plant that produces seeds, typically in clusters or bundles. It is also known as the "starflower" due to its large, star-shaped flowers.
Dotalabrus is a type of fish that belongs to the family Cyprinidae, commonly known as carp or carp. They are native to eastern and central Asia, where they have been found in rivers and lakes for thousands of years. Dotalabrus are known for their large size, strong jaws, and sharp teeth, which are essential for catching fish.
