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centrolobium

/ˌsɛn.trəˈloʊ.bi.əm/

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noun

/ˌsɛn.trəˈloʊ.bi.əm/C2formalscientific
  • ruРод цветковых растений семейства бобовых, известный своими характерными семенами и древесиной.

A genus of flowering plants in the legume family, known for their distinctive seeds and timber.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. A genus of treesC2formal

    A genus of flowering trees in the legume family, Fabaceae, native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

    ruРод деревьев

    • Centrolobium trees are known for their valuable timber.
    • The wood of Centrolobium species is often used in fine furniture.
    • Botanists have classified several species within the genus Centrolobium.