👉 The term "geometroidea" is a generic name for the class of plants and animals that are characterized by their large, round leaves, their stamens (male reproductive structures) located at the end of the petals, and their unique floral arrangement. These plants and animals are often called "petals," because they have small, white flowers with long, narrow petals that open to release a male reproductive structure known as a stamen.
The term was first used in the 19
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