bonduc
- noun
- /ˈbɒndʌk/
- US
:
chicot
- The seeds of the bonduc are sometimes roasted and used as a substitute for coffee.
Examples
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Several bonducs grew along the riverbank, their woody pods dangling from the branches.
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Botanists admire the unusual pods and foliage of the bonduc tree.
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The bonduc tree thrives in warm climates.
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I saw a bonduc in the botanical garden.
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The seeds of the bonduc tree can be roasted to create a coffee substitute enjoyed by many.
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Visitors to the park were fascinated by the large, woody pods of the bonduc tree.
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In late spring, the bonduc tree produces beautiful green-white flowers that attract pollinators.
Synonyms
A tall tree from central and eastern North America with large divided leaves and long brown seed pods
A large North American tree with many small leaflets and hard brown seed pods
A large North American tree with divided leaves and hard seed pods whose seeds are used as a coffee substitute
Compounds
- Australian
A tropical tree with large prickly pods whose seeds are used to make beads
- Specialized
A tropical tree with large prickly pods and brown seeds used for jewelry and prayer beads
Surface Forms
Etymology
Bonduc also names a handsome North American tree with large woody pods that contain hard seeds sometimes roasted as a 'coffee' substitute. Think of the seeds as 'beans' or 'nuts' that look like beads, and that image explains why the same name is used for this tree.
