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Sarcocephalus

Sarcocephalus

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A group of trees and shrubs from tropical Africa
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Some traditional medicines are derived from the bark of Sarcocephalus trees.

Examples

  • The botany class studied the unique fruits produced by Sarcocephalus species.

  • The Sarcocephalus tree thrives in tropical climates.

  • Researchers discovered a new species within the genus Sarcocephalus during their African expedition.

  • Many species of Sarcocephalus are used in traditional medicine.

  • Researchers discovered a new species within the genus Sarcocephalus during their African expedition.

  • The botany class studied the unique fruits produced by Sarcocephalus species.

  • Many species of Sarcocephalus are used in traditional medicine.

Compounds

Sarcocephalus diderrichii
  • Specialized
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A large African forest tree with strong yellow to golden brown wood used for building and furniture

Surface Forms

Sarcocephalus singular
Sarcocephaluses plural
Sarcocephali plural

Etymology

Sarcocephalus comes from Greek parts sarco- meaning 'flesh' and -cephalus meaning 'head', and it was used because these plants have a noticeable 'fleshy head' of fruit or flowers, so the name helps you remember this genus of African trees and shrubs.