Manihot Dulcis (Noun)
Meaning
South American plant with roots used as a vegetable and herbage used for stock feed.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The manihot dulcis plant was widely cultivated by indigenous peoples in South America for its edible roots.
- Farmers in the region often use the leaves of manihot dulcis as a nutritious supplement in livestock feed.
- The plant is more commonly known by its nickname manioc in French but often recognized scientifically as manihot dulcis in agriculture texts.
- While sweet in its starch and carbohydrates content, manihot dulcis must be processed thoroughly to remove the plant's natural toxins.
- In several countries where the climate permits, manihot dulcis cultivation offers a reliable and practical alternative source of nutrition for local populations.