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Coumarouna

Coumarouna

9.9
A group of tropical trees from South America that produce tonka beans
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The Coumarouna tree is known for its fragrant tonka beans.

Examples

  • The seeds of Coumarouna are widely known as tonka beans, which are used in perfumes and flavorings.

  • Many Coumarouna species thrive in tropical climates.

  • Botanists are studying several species within the Coumarouna genus for their aromatic properties.

  • Harvesting Coumarouna is important for local farmers in South America.

  • The seeds of Coumarouna are widely known as tonka beans.

  • Botanists are studying several species within the Coumarouna genus for their aromatic properties.

  • The Coumarouna tree is known for its fragrant tonka beans that are often harvested for culinary uses.

Compounds

Coumarouna odorata
  • Specialized
9.9

A tall South American tree that makes fragrant black seeds used to add a sweet vanilla smell

Surface Forms

Coumarouna singular
Coumarounas plural

Etymology

Coumarouna comes from a native South American name for a tree that is known for its fragrant seeds. That's why the name is used for a group of tropical trees that give us 'tonka beans'.