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amphicarpa

/ˌæm.fɪˈkɑːr.pə/

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noun

/ˌæm.fɪˈkɑːr.pə/formalscientific
  • ruОчень маленький род вьющихся лиан, произрастающих в Северной Америке и Азии, широко известный как свиной арахис.

A very small genus of twining vines native to North America and Asia, commonly known as hog peanut.

proper noun

  1. Hog peanutC2formal

    A small genus of twining vines native to North America and Asia, known for producing edible underground seeds.

    ruСвиной арахис

    • Amphicarpa bracteata is commonly found in moist woodlands.
    • The seeds of Amphicarpa are sometimes foraged by wildlife.
    • Botanists study Amphicarpa for its unique dual seed production.