Mammea (Noun)
Meaning
American and Asiatic trees having edible one-seeded fruit.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Mammea americana is a species of flowering plant native to the tropical regions of the Americas and the Caribbean.
- The fruit of the Mammea americana tree is a single-seeded drupe with a soft, edible pulp and a hard stone.
- In Southeast Asia, the Mammea siamensis is cultivated for its fruit, which is eaten fresh or used in local recipes.
- Mammea trees are known for their large, evergreen leaves and attractive white flowers that bloom in clusters.
- The Mammea tree's fruit has a sweet and slightly acidic taste, making it a popular ingredient in jams and preserves.