Pitangueiras-of-Mato

Meaning of the word

The word “pitangueiras-of-maid” refers to a kind of native tree from Brazil, scientifically known as Eugenia Uniflora. It belongs to the Myrtaceae family and is popularly called pitangueira-of-Mato due to its pitanga-like fruits.

Origin of the word

The word “Matto pitangueiras” is formed by the junction of the terms “pitangueiras” and “of the bush”. “Pitangueiras” is the plural of “Pitangueira”, which derives from the “Pyrang” Tupi-Guarani, which means “red”, in reference to the color of the fruits. “From the bush” indicates that the tree is found in native forest areas.

Word adverbs

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Conjunctions of the word

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Synonyms of the word

Some synonyms for “Matto Pitangueiras” are: pitangueira-silvestre, red pitangueira, pitangueira-of-cap.

Word Definitions

– Native tree from Brazil, from the Myrtaceae family, which produces red -like red fruits.
– Vegetable species found in native forest areas, with green and bright leaves, white flowers and edible fruits.

Phrases that the word applies

-Matto pitangueiras are very common in the Amazon region.
-Matto pitangueiras fruits are used in the production of jams and juices.
-Matto pitangueiras are important for biodiversity preservation.

Examples of the word in text

Matto pitangueiras are medium-sized trees, which can reach up to 10 meters high. Its leaves are perennial, that is, they remain green throughout the year. White flowers appear in spring and are very attractive to pollinating insects. The fruits, known as pitangas, are small and round, with red color when ripe. They have a sweet and acid flavor at the same time, being much appreciated by local fauna and also by humans.

Rhymes with the word

– Woods
– Date
– Silver
– Tin
– Cat

Anagrams with the word

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