What is another word for monocotyledones?
Pronunciation: [mˌɒnə͡ʊkˌɒtɪlˈiːdə͡ʊnz] (IPA) 
Monocotyledones, also known as monocots, are a group of flowering plants that share certain characteristics such as having a single embryonic leaf, parallel veins in their leaves, and scattered vascular bundles in their stem. Some synonyms for monocotyledones include Liliopsida, which is derived from the lily family, and Monocotyledoneae. Other terms used to refer to monocots include monocotyledonous plants, monocots, and monocotyledonous angiosperms. These terms are often used interchangeably to refer to the same group of plants. Some examples of monocots include grasses, orchids, and lilies. Monocotyledones are an important group of plants for agriculture, medicine, and horticulture.
