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India-rubber Tree

Description:

The India-rubber tree, scientifically known as Hevea brasiliensis, is a large deciduous tree native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It is widely cultivated for its latex, which is used to produce a variety of rubber-based products.

Senses:

1. Noun - Rubber-Producing Tree:

   The india-rubber tree refers specifically to the rubber-producing tree Hevea brasiliensis.

   Example Sentence: The india-rubber tree is tapped for its latex, which is then processed to create rubber products.

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2. Noun - Common Name for Ficus elastica:

   The term india-rubber tree is also commonly used to refer to Ficus elastica, a species of rubber tree with large, glossy leaves often used as an indoor plant.

   Example Sentence: She placed a beautiful pot containing an india-rubber tree in the corner of her living room.

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