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Musa Paradisiaca

Description:

Musa paradisiaca, commonly known as plantain, is a tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia. It belongs to the Musaceae family and is closely related to bananas. Plantains are larger and starchier than bananas and are often used in cooking rather than eaten raw. They are a popular ingredient in many traditional dishes around the world.

Part of Speech:

• Noun: musa paradisiaca, plantain

Senses/Usages:

1. Botanical: Referring to the plantain species (Musa paradisiaca).
2. Culinary: Referring to the ripe, starchy fruit of the plantain plant used in cooking.

Sample Sentences:

• The musa paradisiaca plant is native to Southeast Asia.
• Plantains are a popular ingredient in many Caribbean dishes.
• When ripe, musa paradisiaca can be used to make delicious plantain chips.
• We bought some green plantains to fry them.

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