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Castanospermum

Castanospermum

9.9
A large Australian tree known as the Moreton Bay chestnut
  • noun
  • Australian
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  • The Castanospermum tree is commonly found along rivers in eastern Australia.

Examples

  • The glossy leaves of Castanospermum are a distinctive feature of the species.

  • Scientists studied seeds of Castanospermum to understand their germination process.

  • The Castanospermum tree is known for its beautiful flowers.

  • Do you know about Castanospermum species?

  • The Castanospermum tree is commonly found along rivers in eastern Australia.

  • Scientists studied seeds of Castanospermum to understand their germination process.

  • The glossy leaves of Castanospermum are a distinctive feature of the species.

Synonyms

Moreton Bay chestnut
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  • Australian
9.9

An Australian tree with divided leaves, orange flowers, large pods, and dark strong wood

is the broader genus term that includes that one species
Australian chestnut
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  • Australian
9.3

A tall Australian tree with orange-yellow flowers and large pods that contain edible seeds like chestnuts

is the broader genus term that includes that one species

Surface Forms

Castanospermum singular
Castanospermums plural
Castanosperma singular

Etymology

Castanospermum starts with Greek parts kastanon ('chestnut') and sperma ('seed'). This tree is called the Moreton Bay chestnut, so the name helps you remember it by thinking of its chestnut-like seeds.