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Solanum quitoense

Solanum quitoense

9.9
A small bush that has bright orange fruit like a small tomato
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : naranjilla
  • The fruit of the Solanum quitoense is prized for its refreshing, citrus-like flavor.

Examples

  • Farmers in Colombia cultivate Solanum quitoense for both local consumption and export.

  • The Solanum quitoense is known for its vibrant orange fruits.

  • Researchers are studying Solanum quitoense for its potential health benefits and unique taste.

  • Have you ever tried Solanum quitoense?

  • Farmers in Colombia cultivate Solanum quitoense for both local consumption and export.

  • The fruit of the Solanum quitoense is prized for its refreshing, citrus-like flavor.

  • Researchers are studying Solanum quitoense for its potential health benefits and unique taste.

Synonyms

naranjilla
vsSolanum quitoense
  • UK
9.9

A small South American plant that makes bright orange, sour fruit

grows in upland regions of South America rather than being limited to the Andes

Surface Forms

Solanum quitoense singular
Solanum quitoenses plural

Morphology

Solanum + quitoense

This is a scientific binomial: 'Solanum' only signals a botanical genus and 'quitoense' is not defined here (and would require knowledge of Latinized place-name morphology). The compound functions as a technical label rather than a compositional phrase describing the plant's appearance or edibility, so a B1 learner who knows the listed constituents would not be able to derive the given meaning.

Etymology

Solanum quitoense may get its name from the city of Quito and the Latin word Solanum for a group of plants, while quitoense literally means 'from Quito'. The name gives a clear image of a small plant 'from Quito' with bright, orange, tomato-like fruit, which is why it now refers to that edible shrub.