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Swietenia

Swietenia

9.9
Tropical American trees that give true mahogany wood
  • noun
  • /swɪˈtiːniə/
  • Specialized
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  • Botanists have studied Swietenia to learn about the ecological benefits of mahogany trees.

Examples

  • The durable wood of Swietenia is highly valued for furniture making.

  • Several species in the Swietenia genus are now protected due to overharvesting.

  • Botanists have studied Swietenia to understand the ecological importance of mahogany trees.

  • The Swietenia tree is known for its beautiful wood.

  • Many furniture makers prefer Swietenia for its durability.

  • The durable wood of Swietenia is highly valued for making fine furniture.

  • Several species in the Swietenia genus are now protected due to habitat loss and overharvesting.

Synonyms

Swietinia
vsSwietenia
  • Specialized
9.9

A tropical American tree with hard reddish-brown wood used for furniture

is the scientific genus that includes the true mahogany species in Meliaceae family

Compounds

Swietenia macrophylla
  • Specialized
9.9

A large mahogany tree from Central and South America that produces valuable wood

Surface Forms

Swietenia singular
Swietenias plural

Etymology

Swietenia is a scientific name that honours the Dutch doctor van Swieten, and botanists used his name for the group of trees that are the source of true mahogany. It may look like the English word 'sweet', but that is a coincidence, so remember Swietenia when you think of mahogany wood.