dipteryx

Thân thiện

A botanist examines the seeds of a dipteryx tree.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A genus of tropical American trees: "Dipteryx" is the scientific name for a genus of trees native to tropical regions of the Americas, known for producing tonka beans.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The seeds of Dipteryx are the source of tonka beans.
  • Dipteryx odorata is a well-known species within this genus.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical and scientific contexts: The word "Dipteryx" is used almost exclusively in scientific classification, botany, and related fields like perfumery or gourmet cooking where tonka beans are used.
  • The study focused on the ecology of the Dipteryx genus.

Variants and Related Words

• Tonka bean: The aromatic seed from trees of the genus , especially .
  • Tonka beans are used as a flavoring and in perfumes.

Synonyms

• Coumarouna: A former genus name now considered a synonym for .
• Tonka bean tree: A common name for trees of this genus.

Notes on Meaning

• Specificity: "Dipteryx" refers specifically to the botanical genus. It is not a general term for any tree or bean.
• Context: Its usage outside of scientific, culinary, or aromatic contexts is very rare.

Học thuật

Noun

1. tropical American trees: tonka beans

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Coumarouna
• genus Coumarouna
• Dipteryx
• genus Dipteryx