Canafistula (Noun)
Meaning
Deciduous or semi-evergreen tree having scented sepia to yellow flowers in drooping racemes and pods whose pulp is used medicinally; tropical Asia and Central and South America and Australia.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The canafistula tree, known for its scented flowers, was often found in tropical regions of Asia and Australia.
- People in South America have used the pulp of the canafistula pods medicinally for generations.
- Scientists have studied the properties of the canafistula pulp to develop new treatments for various health conditions.
- Visitors to the tropical gardens marveled at the beauty of the canafistula flowers hanging from the trees.
- Farmers in Central America often cultivate the canafistula tree for its valuable medicinal properties.