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Trapa natans

Description:

Trapa natans, commonly known as the water caltrop or water chestnut, is an aquatic plant species. It belongs to the family Trapaceae and is native to Europe, Asia, and Africa. This plant features floating leaves, often referred to as water caltrop, and produces edible nut-like fruits.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A floating aquatic plant with nut-like fruits and floating leaves.

Example sentence: The trapa natans is known for its distinctive water chestnuts and attractive floating leaves.

Related products: Water Caltrop Seeds

Sense 2:

Noun: The nut-like fruits of the trapa natans plant.

Example sentence: I love using trapa natans in stir-fry dishes to add a unique crunch and flavor.

Related products: Dried Water Chestnuts

Sense 3:

Adjective: Relating to or describing the popular use or local characteristics of trapa natans.

Example sentence: The trapa natans festival is a celebration of the water chestnut harvest in this region.

Related products: Water Chestnut Recipe Book