raffia vinifera

Thân thiện

A farmer harvests raffia vinifera leaves in a tropical plantation.

Definition

Noun 1. A palm tree of the genus Raffia: This term refers specifically to a type of palm tree belonging to the botanical genus Raffia. These palms are known for their large leaves and are a source of raffia fiber.

Usage Notes

• Scientific/Botanical Term: "Raffia vinifera" is primarily a scientific or botanical name. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation.
• Capitalization: In botanical contexts, the genus name () is always capitalized. The full binomial name () is typically written in italics.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The botanist identified the large-leaved palm as Raffia vinifera.
  • Fiber from Raffia vinifera is used in traditional weaving.

Advanced Usage

• The term is used in academic writing, botanical guides, and horticultural contexts to precisely identify this species of palm.

Variants and Related Words

• Raffia (noun): The common name for the fiber obtained from leaves of palms in the genus , including . It is used for tying plants, weaving, and crafts.
  • She used natural raffia to tie the bouquet.
• Raffia palm (noun): A general term for palms of the genus .

Synonyms

• Raffia palm (general term)
• A member/species of the genus

Học thuật

Noun

1. a palm of the genus Raffia

Từ đồng nghĩa

• bamboo palm
• Raffia vinifera