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manihot

/ˈmæn.ɪ.hɒt/

Tradução: Gênero de plantas tropicais economicamente importantes, cujo membro mais conhecido é a mandioca, fonte essencial de amido e alimento em muitas regiões.

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/ˈmæn.ɪ.hɒt/C2formalscientific
  • ptGênero de plantas tropicais economicamente importantes, cujo membro mais conhecido é a mandioca, fonte essencial de amido e alimento em muitas regiões.

A genus of economically important tropical plants, most notably including cassava, which is a key source of starch and food in many regions.

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  1. Genus of tropical plantsB2formalscientific

    A genus of flowering plants in the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae, native to the Americas, best known for the species Manihot esculenta (cassava), which is cultivated for its edible starchy tuber.

    ptGênero de plantas tropicais

    • Manihot is an important genus for food security in tropical regions.
    • The leaves of some Manihot species are also used as animal fodder.
    • Cassava, the most widely known species of Manihot, is a staple food for millions of people.
    • Researchers are studying different Manihot varieties to improve drought resistance.