amorphophallus paeonifolius
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Definition
Noun: 1. A tropical plant species: Amorphophallus paeonifolius is the scientific name for a specific type of large, tuberous, flowering plant native to tropical Asia, particularly Southeast Asia and the Philippines. 2. A source of edible starch: The plant is cultivated primarily for its large, starchy corm (tuber), which is processed into food. 3. Characterized by a strong odor: The plant's inflorescence (flower structure) is noted for producing a potent, unpleasant smell, often compared to rotting flesh, which attracts its pollinating insects.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Farmers cultivate Amorphophallus paeonifolius for its edible corm.
- The distinctive, putrid scent of the blooming Amorphophallus paeonifolius attracts carrion beetles.
- Flour made from Amorphophallus paeonifolius is a common ingredient in some regional cuisines.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical and agricultural contexts: The name is used precisely to identify this specific species within the genus , distinguishing it from other similar plants like .
- The study compared the starch yield of Amorphophallus paeonifolius with other aroid species.
Variants and Related Words
- Elephant foot yam: A common English name for , referring to the size and shape of its tuber.
- Telinga potato: Another regional common name.
- Amorphophallus: The genus to which this species belongs.
- Aroid: A common name for plants in the family Araceae, which includes the genus .
Synonyms
- Elephant foot yam
- (an older or alternative botanical name for the same species)
Related Terms (Contextual)
- Corm: The swollen, underground plant stem (tuber) that is harvested.
- Inflorescence: The complete flower head of the plant, which produces the notable odor.
- Carrion flower: A descriptive term sometimes used for plants in this genus due to their smell.
Noun
- putrid-smelling aroid of southeastern Asia (especially the Philippines) grown for its edible tuber