Canavalia Gladiata (Noun)
Meaning
Twining tropical Old World plant bearing long pods usually with red or brown beans; long cultivated in Orient for food.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The canavalia gladiata is a legume plant species that has been an essential crop in the Orient for many years.
- In some parts of the world the plant canavalia gladiata is considered a weed due to its invasive nature and fast spread.
- Canavalia gladiata has been widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions due to its resistance to pests and drought.
- The long pods of canavalia gladiata usually turn dry and split open when they are mature and ready for harvesting.
- In traditional medicine canavalia gladiata is used for the treatment of fever and cough, although the effectiveness is not scientifically proven.