titi

• Substantiv, das entweder eine in den Küstengebieten im Südosten der USA vorkommende Baumart oder einen kleinen südamerikanischen Affen mit langem Fell und langem, nicht greiffähigem Schwanz bezeichnet.

A noun referring to either a type of tree found in coastal areas of the southeastern United States, or a small South American monkey with long fur and a long nonprehensile tail.

1. Coastal treeC1formalamericanscientific

   A tree native to low-lying coastal areas of the southeastern United States, characterized by glossy leaves and racemes of fragrant white flowers.

   Titi

   • The titi tree thrives in the swampy regions of the Southeast.
   • Its glossy leaves and white flowers make the titi a popular ornamental plant.
   • The fragrance of titi blossoms fills the air in early summer.

   Synonymehe-huckleberryironwoodleatherwood

2. C1formalamericanscientific

   A deciduous shrubby tree native to eastern North America, known for its deeply fissured bark, sprays of small fragrant white flowers, and sour-tasting leaves.

   Laubabwerfender Strauchbaum

   • The titi's sour leaves are sometimes used in traditional remedies.
   • This tree's deeply fissured bark is a distinctive feature in winter landscapes.
   • Small white flowers appear in sprays on the titi in spring.

   Synonymeleatherwood

3. Small South American monkeyC1formalscientific

   A small monkey native to South America, known for its long, beautiful fur and a long, nonprehensile tail.

   Kleine südamerikanische Affenart

   • The titi monkey is often found in the Amazon rainforest.
   • Its long, silky fur makes the titi a target for illegal wildlife trade.
   • Unlike many monkeys, the titi has a long but nonprehensile tail.