serenoa

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Noun serenoa has 1 sense

Serenoa, genus Serenoa - one species: saw palmetto
--₁ is a kind of monocot genus, liliopsid genus
--₁ is a member of
Palmae, family Palmae, Palmaceae, family Palmaceae, Arecaceae, family Arecaceae, palm family
--₁ has members: saw palmetto, scrub palmetto, Serenoa repens

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Serenoa

Noun: Serenoa is a type of palm native to the southeastern United States, specifically Florida. It is commonly known as saw palmetto and is widely used for its medicinal properties and as an ornamental plant.

Example Sentence:

The serenoa palm is known for its fan-shaped fronds and small, black berries.

Adjective: When used as an adjective, serenoa refers to something related to or derived from the saw palmetto plant.

Example Sentence:

The serenoa extract is widely used in various herbal supplements.

Verb: As a verb, serenoa refers to the action of using or consuming products made from the serenoa plant for their potential health benefits.

Example Sentence:

The local community has been serenoa-ing for generations, relying on the saw palmetto berries for their health.