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conacaste

/ˌkəʊ.nəˈkæs.ti/

Traducción: Árbol tropical sudamericano de copa ancha y extendida, hojas bipinnadas y frutos retorcidos en forma de oreja, cultivado por su sombra, valor ornamental y madera valiosa.

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noun

/ˌkəʊ.nəˈkæs.ti/formal
  • esÁrbol tropical sudamericano de copa ancha y extendida, hojas bipinnadas y frutos retorcidos en forma de oreja, cultivado por su sombra, valor ornamental y madera valiosa.

A tropical South American tree with a wide-spreading crown of bipinnate leaves and coiled ear-shaped fruits, grown for shade, ornament, and valuable timber.

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    A South American tree with a broad crown, bipinnate leaves, and coiled ear-shaped fruits, valued for shade, ornament, and timber.

    esÁrbol de conacaste

    • The conacaste tree provides excellent shade in the tropical heat.
    • Its coiled ear-shaped fruits are a distinctive feature of the conacaste.
    • Local artisans use conacaste timber for high-quality furniture.