Dimocarpus longan

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A tropical tree species: Dimocarpus longan is a tree native to Southeast Asia and Australia, cultivated mainly for its sweet, edible fruit that resembles lychee nuts. It is sometimes classified within the genera Euphorbia or Nephelium.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The Dimocarpus longan is an important fruit crop in many parts of Asia.
    • Farmers are expanding their orchards with Dimocarpus longan due to high market demand.
Advanced Usage
  • In botanical classification: The name is used in scientific contexts to specify this particular species within the Sapindaceae family, distinguishing it from the common name "longan tree."
    • The study focused on the genetic markers of Dimocarpus longan.
Variants and Related Words
  • Longan (noun): The common name for both the tree and its fruit.
    • We bought a kilogram of fresh longan from the market.
  • Euphorbia longana (noun): An older or alternative scientific synonym.
  • Nephelium longana (noun): Another former scientific classification for the tree.
Synonyms
  • Longan tree: The common name for .
  • Dragon's eye tree: A descriptive name referring to the appearance of the fruit's seed.
Related Phrases
  • Longan fruit: Specifically refers to the edible product of the tree.
    • The longan fruit has a translucent, juicy aril.
  • Longan cultivation: Refers to the agricultural practice of growing these trees.
    • Longan cultivation requires a warm, frost-free climate.
Noun
  1. tree of southeastern Asia to Australia grown primarily for its sweet edible fruit resembling litchi nuts; sometimes placed in genera Euphorbia or Nephelium

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