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Dipteryx

Dipteryx

9.9
A tropical tree from the Americas that produces sweet-smelling tonka beans
  • noun
  • /ˈdɪp.tə.riːks/
  • Specialized
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  • Farmers harvest tonka beans from the Dipteryx trees for use in perfumes and foods.

Examples

  • The Dipteryx tree is valued for its durable hardwood and fragrant seeds.

  • Scientists studied the distribution of Dipteryx species across the Amazon rainforest.

  • The Dipteryx tree is native to South America.

  • Many Dipteryx species thrive in tropical climates.

  • Farmers harvest tonka beans from the Dipteryx trees for use in perfumes and foods.

  • Scientists studied the distribution of Dipteryx species across the Amazon rainforest.

  • The Dipteryx tree is valued for its durable hardwood and fragrant seeds.

Compounds

Dipteryx odorata
  • Specialized
9.9

A tall South American tree whose fragrant black seeds flavor food

Surface Forms

Dipteryx singular
Dipteryxes plural

Etymology

Dipteryx comes from Greek parts di- and pteryx, which mean 'two' and 'wing'. A helpful way to remember this tropical tree (the source of tonka beans) is to imagine its fruit or seeds with 'two wings', which is why the name fits the plant.