genus Bacillus
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~ type genus of the Bacillaceae; includes many saprophytes important in decay of organic matter and a number of parasites
genus Chlamydomonas
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~ type genus of the Chlamydomonadaceae; solitary doubly-flagellated plant-like algae common in fresh water and damp soil; multiply freely; often a pest around filtration plants
genus Cassiope
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~ low tufted evergreen shrubs of colder parts of north temperate regions having moss-like foliage and nodding white or pink flowers
genus Astilbe
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~ chiefly Asiatic perennials: spirea