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Manihot Esculenta.
Manihot Esculenta - as a noun
Cassava with long tuberous edible roots and soft brittle stems; used especially to make cassiri (an intoxicating drink) and tapioca
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bitter cassavagarimandiocmandiocamanihot utilissimamanioctapioca plantExample Sentences
"The leaves of manihot esculenta are heart-shaped and deeply lobed."
"The roots of manihot esculenta are starchy and can be used as a food source."
"Cassava, or manihot esculenta, is a major staple crop in many tropical regions."
"In some cultures, manihot esculenta is used to make traditional dishes."
"Farmers cultivate manihot esculenta for its edible roots."