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Anadenanthera

Anadenanthera

9.9
A tropical tree or shrub from South America that has seeds people use in traditional medicine and rituals
  • noun
  • /ˌænəˌdɛnəˈθɛrə/
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: Anadenantera
  • The seeds of Anadenanthera have been used traditionally in South American rituals.

Examples

  • Several species of Anadenanthera grow in the forests of Brazil and Argentina.

  • The Anadenanthera tree thrives in tropical climates.

  • Scientists are studying the chemical compounds found in Anadenanthera bark.

  • Many indigenous cultures use Anadenanthera seeds in rituals.

  • The seeds of Anadenanthera have been used traditionally in South American rituals.

  • Several species of Anadenanthera grow in the forests of Brazil and Argentina.

  • Many indigenous cultures use Anadenanthera seeds in their traditional practices.

Compounds

Anadenanthera colubrina
  • Specialized
9.9

A South American tree with divided leaves and flat seed pods often used in traditional ceremonies

Surface Forms

Anadenanthera singular
Anadenantheras plural

Etymology

Anadenanthera comes from Greek parts: an- meaning 'without', aden meaning 'gland', and anthera meaning the 'anther' or pollen part of a flower, so it literally points to an anther 'without a gland'. That's why the scientific name describes a small flower detail that helps botanists recognize this group of tropical trees and shrubs.