Genus Dendromecon refers to a group of flowering plants that are typically found in the western parts of North America. While there are no exact synonyms for the word "genus," there are other terms that can be used to describe Dendromecon plants. For example, the common name for several species of this group is "tree poppy," as the flowers are similar to those of common poppies. Dendromecon can also be referred to as a member of the Papaveraceae family, which includes other poppy species. Other related terms might include the specific species within the Dendromecon genus, such as "Dendromecon rigida" or "Dendromecon harfordii."".