astrocaryum

/ˌæstroʊˈkɛəriəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of tropical trees in the family Annonaceae, native to tropical Africa.

“The botanist studied the unique properties of the Astrocaryum tree species.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the genus Astrocaryum.

“The astrocaryum palm has distinctive, waxy fruits.”

Synonyms

  • annonaceae
  • tropical tree

Antonyms

  • broadleaf
  • temperate tree