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man-of-the-earth

man-of-the-earth

9.9
A plant with large starchy roots like a sweet potato
  • noun
  • US
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  • The man-of-the-earth is known for its massive, starchy root that can weigh several kilograms.

Examples

  • Many farmers grow man-of-the-earths for their nutritious roots.

  • Some people believe the man-of-the-earth is related to the sweet potato.

  • Botanists studied the growth patterns of the man-of-the-earth in its native habitat.

  • The man-of-the-earth is often used in traditional medicine.

  • The man-of-the-earth is known for its massive, starchy root that can weigh several kilograms.

  • Botanists studied the growth patterns of the man-of-the-earth in its native habitat.

  • Some people believe the man-of-the-earth is related to the sweet potato.

Synonyms

Ipomoea panurata
vsman-of-the-earth
  • Specialized
9.9

A tropical climbing plant with a very large starchy root used as food

refers generally to family plants with large starchy or tuberous roots
manroot
vsman-of-the-earth
  • Specialized
9.9

A tropical climbing plant with a large starchy root often harvested for food

refers generally to family plants with large starchy or tuberous roots

Surface Forms

man-of-the-earth singular
man-of-the-earths plural

Etymology

Man-of-the-earth comes from the image of a large man living in the earth, because the plant sends a heavy, starchy root down under the ground. So, the name helps you remember this morning-glory plant by its big underground root.