Definition

Noun 1. A tropical fruit tree: Lansium domesticum is the scientific name for a species of tree native to Southeast Asia, specifically the Malay Peninsula. 2. The tree's fruit: The term also refers to the edible fruit produced by this tree, commonly known as langsat or lanzones.

Usage Examples

• Noun (referring to the tree):
  • The Lansium domesticum is cultivated for its fruit throughout Southeast Asia.
  • Botanists study the growth patterns of Lansium domesticum.
• Noun (referring to the fruit):
  • The sweet and tangy flesh of Lansium domesticum is a seasonal delicacy.
  • We bought a kilogram of Lansium domesticum at the market.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical and scientific contexts: The term is used formally to precisely identify the species, distinguishing it from related plants.
  • The study compared the phytochemical properties of Lansium domesticum with other species in the Meliaceae family.

Variants and Related Words

• Langsat / Lanzones: These are the common names for both the tree and its fruit. "Langsat" is used more in Malaysia and Indonesia, while "lanzones" is common in the Philippines.
• : A former scientific synonym for this species.

Synonyms

• Langsat
• Lanzones
• Duku (Note: This often refers to a specific, sweeter cultivar or a closely related variant of the fruit.)

Different Meanings

• This term has a single, specific meaning as a botanical name for a particular tree and its fruit. It does not have idiomatic or figurative uses.

Noun

1. East Indian tree bearing an edible yellow berry