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Linum
Linum (pronounced /ˈlaɪnəm/), also known as flax, is a genus of approximately 200 species of flowering plants in the family Linaceae.
Etymology
The term "Linum" is derived from the Latin word for "flax", reflecting the genus's most well-known species, Linum usitatissimum, which is cultivated for its fiber and seeds.
Related Terms
- Linum usitatissimum: Also known as common flax or linseed, this species is grown for its oil, used as a nutritional supplement, and its fiber, used to make linen cloth.
- Linaceae: The plant family to which the Linum genus belongs. It consists of about 14 genera and 400 species.
- Flax: A common name for members of the Linum genus, particularly Linum usitatissimum. The term is also used to refer to the fiber obtained from this plant.
- Linen: A type of fabric made from the fibers of the Linum usitatissimum plant.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Linum
- Wikipedia's article - Linum
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