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Bogbean

Menyanthes trifoliata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Asterales ›Family: Menyanthaceae ›Genus: Menyanthes

About

Menyanthes is a monotypic genus of flowering plants in the family Menyanthaceae containing the single species Menyanthes trifoliata. The name Menyanthes comes from the Greek words menyein, meaning "disclosing", and anthos, meaning "flower", in reference to the sequential opening of flowers on the inflorescence. The North American form is often referred to as M. trifoliata var. minor Michx. It is known in English by the common names bogbean and buckbean.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bogbean?
The scientific name of Bogbean is Menyanthes trifoliata.
What kingdom does Bogbean belong to?
Bogbean belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Bogbean belong to?
Bogbean belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Bogbean belong to?
Bogbean belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Bogbean belong to?
Bogbean belongs to the order Asterales.
What family does Bogbean belong to?
Bogbean belongs to the family Menyanthaceae.
What genus does Bogbean belong to?
Bogbean belongs to the genus Menyanthes.