Negro Pepper (Noun)
Meaning
Tropical west African evergreen tree bearing pungent aromatic seeds used as a condiment and in folk medicine.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The negro pepper tree is native to tropical West Africa and is widely cultivated for its seeds.
- In traditional medicine, the seeds of the negro pepper tree are used to treat various ailments, including fever and rheumatism.
- The pungent seeds of the negro pepper tree are commonly used as a condiment in West African cuisine.
- The negro pepper tree is a small evergreen that grows up to 10 meters in height and has a broad, rounded crown.
- The seeds of the negro pepper tree have a unique, slightly bitter flavor and are often used to add depth to soups and stews.