What does the cryptic crossword clue "Numbers of species left common (7)" mean?

The definition is "common". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). GENERA (synonym="numbers of species") + L (synonym="left") = GENERAL; definition: "common" The answer is GENERAL.

Numbers of species left common (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29004 | 14 Across | 2023-02-27 flower

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