Blighia Sapida (Noun)
Meaning
Widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions for its fragrant flowers and colorful fruits; introduced in Jamaica by William Bligh.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The ackee, also known as blighia sapida, is Jamaica's national fruit and a popular ingredient in many Caribbean dishes.
- Blighia sapida is a member of the Sapindaceae family and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions for its fragrant flowers and colorful fruits.
- William Bligh introduced blighia sapida to Jamaica in the late 18th century, where it has since become a staple crop.
- The fruit of the blighia sapida tree is a delicacy in many West Indian countries, where it is often eaten with saltfish or as a side dish.
- In its native West Africa, blighia sapida is considered a sacred tree, with its fruit and leaves used in traditional medicine and rituals.