Anacardium
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Anacardium
Anacardium (pronunciation: /ˌænəˈkɑːrdiəm/) is a genus of flowering plants in the family Anacardiaceae. The name Anacardium refers to the shape of the fruit, which looks like an inverted heart (ana- means "upward" and -cardium means "heart").
Etymology
The term Anacardium is derived from the Greek words 'ana', meaning 'up' or 'again', and 'kardia', meaning 'heart'. This is in reference to the shape of the fruit, which resembles an upside-down heart.
Related Terms
- Anacardiaceae: The family of flowering plants to which Anacardium belongs.
- Cashew: A tree in the Anacardium genus, known for its edible fruit.
- Poison Ivy: A plant in the Anacardiaceae family, known for causing skin irritation.
- Mango: Another plant in the Anacardiaceae family, known for its popular fruit.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Anacardium
- Wikipedia's article - Anacardium
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