manihot
Definition
Noun: * A genus of flowering plants in the spurge family (Euphorbiaceae): Manihot is the scientific genus name for a group of tropical plants, the most economically important of which is cassava (also known as manioc or yuca).
Usage Notes
- The word "Manihot" is primarily used in scientific, agricultural, and botanical contexts. It is a proper noun (the genus name) and is typically capitalized.
- In everyday language, the common names for species within this genus, such as "cassava," are used far more frequently than the genus name "Manihot."
Examples
- Scientific/Botanical Context:
- The plant's resistance to drought is a key characteristic of the Manihot genus.
- Several species within Manihot are cultivated for their starchy roots.
- Agricultural Context:
- Research into Manihot species focuses on improving yield and disease resistance.
Advanced Usage
- The genus name is often used in binomial nomenclature (the two-part scientific name for a species). For example:
- Cassava's scientific name is Manihot esculenta.
Variants and Related Words
- Cassava (n): The common name for , the most widely cultivated species, grown for its edible starchy root.
- Manioc (n): Another common name for cassava ().
- Tapioca (n): A starch extracted from the cassava root (), often used in puddings and as a thickener.
Synonyms
- Cassava genus: A descriptive synonym used in non-technical botanical writing.
Noun
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genus of economically important tropical plants: cassava
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