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Dovyalis

Dovyalis

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A small thorny shrub or tree that produces edible fruit
  • proper noun
  • Specialized
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  • Botanists discovered a new species of Dovyalis in the forests of Sri Lanka.

Examples

  • The Dovyalis plant thrives in tropical climates.

  • The Dovyalis genus includes several species that produce edible fruits prized in local markets.

  • The sharp thorns of Dovyalis shrubs provide protection against grazing animals.

  • Have you ever tasted the fruit of a Dovyalis?

  • The Dovyalis plant, known for its spiky branches, produces small, sweet fruits that are often used in desserts.

  • In tropical regions, the Dovyalis is appreciated not just for its unique appearance but also for its delicious berries.

  • Farmers in Sri Lanka cultivate Dovyalis trees because their fruit is a popular ingredient in local cuisine.

Synonyms

genus Dovyalis
vsDovyalis
  • Specialized
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A group of small spiny bushes and trees that grow in Africa and Asia

notes that some species also produce edible fruit

Compounds

Dovyalis caffra
  • Specialized
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A spiny shrub from South Africa that produces round yellow edible fruits

Dovyalis hebecarpa
  • Specialized
9.9

A small spiny shrub from India and Sri Lanka that produces dark red, tart fruit like a gooseberry

genus Dovyalis
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small spiny bushes and trees that grow in Africa and Asia

Surface Forms

Dovyalis main

Etymology

Dovyalis is a botanical Latin name for a small group of shrubs and trees; the ending -alis is a common Latin form meaning 'related to', so the name simply labels this group of thorny, fruit-bearing plants.