Cyperus Esculentus (Noun)
Meaning
European sedge having small edible nutlike tubers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Cyperus esculentus was a type of plant that grew in the wetlands of the area, its edible tubers providing a valuable food source for many animals.
- The chef recommended using the edible tubers of Cyperus esculentus to add a unique flavor to the dish.
- Cyperus esculentus, also known as nutgrass, produced small edible tubers that were prized by foragers.
- During the Middle Ages, Cyperus esculentus was a common food source in Europe, its tubers used in a variety of dishes.
- As the gardener carefully dug in the soil, she uncovered a small cluster of Cyperus esculentus tubers, which she knew were edible and delicious when roasted.