Manilkara Bidentata (Noun)
Meaning
A tropical hardwood tree yielding balata gum and heavy red timber.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The balata tree, scientifically known as Manilkara bidentata, is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America and the Caribbean.
- Manilkara bidentata is a tropical hardwood tree prized for its valuable timber and the production of balata gum.
- The wood of Manilkara bidentata is highly valued for furniture making due to its red-brown color and fine grain.
- Researchers have been studying the properties of Manilkara bidentata gum to determine its potential for use in various industrial applications.
- In traditional medicine, extracts from Manilkara bidentata have been used for centuries to treat various ailments due to their perceived health benefits.