Caryocar (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Caryocaraceae; South American trees yielding strong fine-grained wood and edible nuts.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The caryocar is a valuable tree species in South America due to its timber and edible nuts.
- Caryocar trees are often found in the tropical forests of the Amazon and Orinoco river basins.
- Local communities rely on the caryocar for its wood, which is used in furniture-making and construction.
- The edible nuts of the caryocar tree are rich in nutrients and are an important food source for many animals.
- In some regions, the caryocar is considered a sacred tree due to its cultural and economic significance.