What is another word for papilionaceae?
Pronunciation: [pˈapɪlɪˌɒne͡ɪsˌiː] (IPA) 
Papilionaceae, also known as Leguminosae, is a family of flowering plants that includes peas, beans, and lentils. The group is divided into three subfamilies: Papilionoideae, Caesalpinioideae, and Mimosoideae. Papilionoideae includes well-known plants such as clovers, alfalfa, and sweet peas. Caesalpinioideae includes flamboyant trees and senna plants. Mimosoideae includes acacias and mimosa plants. While the term "papilionaceae" specifically refers to this family of plants, synonymously it can also be referred to as "legume family" or "bean family." These terms are often used interchangeably in casual conversation, but papilionaceae is the scientifically accepted term for the family of plants.
