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Aleurites

Aleurites

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A tropical flowering plant whose seeds are pressed to make cooking oil
  • noun
  • /əˈlɜːrɪtɪz/
  • Specialized
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  • Botanists have identified several species within the Aleurites genus, most notably the candlenut tree.

Examples

  • The seeds of Aleurites are often pressed to produce oil used in cooking and light.

  • Aleurites grows in tropical regions and is valued for its versatile seeds.

  • The Aleurites genus includes several flowering plants.

  • Many species of Aleurites thrive in tropical climates.

  • The Aleurites tree is known for its large, oily seeds that can be used for various purposes.

  • In Hawaii, the Aleurites tree, commonly known as the candlenut tree, is cherished for its historical significance and utility.

  • Farmers in the region cultivate Aleurites for its seeds, which are used to create cooking oil and eco-friendly lighting.

Compounds

Aleurites moluccana
  • Specialized
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A large Southeast Asian tree whose nuts give oil for varnish and whose seeds are used to make candles

Aleurites fordii
  • Specialized
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A Chinese tree that produces seeds used to make tung oil for varnish and paint

Surface Forms

Aleurites singular
Aleurites plural

Etymology

Aleurites comes from the Greek word aleuron, meaning 'flour'. That image of 'flour' or powder on the seed or leaf helps you remember these tropical trees, especially the candlenut known for its oily seeds used for oil and light.