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What is the alternate traditional/classical name for the Asteraceae?

   What is the alternate traditional/classical name for the Asteraceae?

Plant Systematics

Plant Systematics

Michael G. Simpson 2nd Edition

Chapter 8, Problem 184

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Asteraceae

Asteraceae is one of the largest families of flowering plants, characterized by composite inflorescences that appear as a single flower but are actually made up of multiple small florets. This family includes species commonly known as daisies, sunflowers, and asters, among others, and is a central subject in plant taxonomy and botanical studies.

Compositae

Compositae is the traditional or classical name for the family Asteraceae. This name reflects the composite arrangement of the florets in what appears to be a single flower head and is still used in botanical contexts as an alternative synonym, illustrating the historical and nomenclatural evolution in plant classification.

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