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genus parkia

 

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Noun genus parkia has 1 sense
  1. Parkia, genus Parkia - genus of tropical Old World trees: nitta trees
    --1 is a kind of rosid dicot genus
    --1 is a member of Mimosoideae, subfamily Mimosoideae
    --1 has members: nitta tree

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Genus Parkia

Description

The term "genus parkia" refers to a genus of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae. It includes several species of trees commonly known as "parkia" or "stink bean". These trees are mostly found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1: Botanical Genus

In its botanical context, "genus parkia" represents a class of plants known for their distinct legume-like fruits and pinnate leaves. The plants belonging to this genus have various uses such as food, timber, and medicine.

Example Sentence: The genus Parkia includes species like Parkia biglobosa and Parkia speciosa.

Sense 2: Culinary Usage

In the culinary world, "genus parkia" refers to the edible beans or seeds of the parkia trees. These beans are known for their strong aroma and unique flavor.

Example Sentence: I tried the local dish that was prepared with genus parkia beans, and it had a rich and savory taste.

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