What is another word for taxodiaceae?
Pronunciation: [taksˈə͡ʊdɪˌe͡ɪsiː] (IPA) 
Taxodiaceae is a family of plants that includes conifers such as redwoods, sequoias, and cypresses. Synonyms for this term include "bald cypress family," "redwood family," and "sequoia family." These names refer specifically to the individual genera within the Taxodiaceae family and their associated species. The name Taxodiaceae is derived from the Latin word "taxus," which means yew, and "odi," which means hatred. This refers to the fact that yew species were traditionally used to make arrows for hunting, and hence were hated by animals. Overall, the Taxodiaceae family contains some of the most iconic and impressive trees on earth, and its various species have captured human imaginations for centuries.
