Tapioca Plant (Noun)
Meaning
Cassava with long tuberous edible roots and soft brittle stems; used especially to make cassiri (an intoxicating drink) and tapioca.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The tapioca plant is a staple crop in many tropical regions, where its roots are harvested for food.
- Tapioca plants were first domesticated in South America over 2,000 years ago and have since been introduced to many other parts of the world.
- In some countries, the tapioca plant is also used to produce a potent intoxicating drink called cassiri.
- The soft, brittle stems of the tapioca plant are often used to make a variety of traditional crafts and decorations.
- Farmers who cultivate the tapioca plant must be careful to store the harvested roots properly to prevent spoilage.