Macadamia ternifolia
Macadamia ternifolia
Macadamia ternifolia (pronunciation: məˌkædəˈmiːə tɜːrnɪˈfoʊliə) is a species of tree in the family Proteaceae, native to Australia. It is known for its edible seed, the Macadamia nut.
Etymology
The genus name Macadamia was named after John Macadam, a Scottish-born chemist, medical teacher, and politician in Victoria. The species name ternifolia is derived from the Latin words 'terni' meaning 'three' and 'folia' meaning 'leaves', referring to the arrangement of leaves in groups of three on the stems.
Description
Macadamia ternifolia is an evergreen tree that grows up to 12 meters tall. The leaves are arranged in whorls of three, are lanceolate to elliptical, and are 7–22 cm long and 2–3 cm wide. The flowers are white to pink, and the fruit is a hard, woody, globose follicle containing one or two seeds.
Cultivation and uses
Macadamia ternifolia is commercially grown for its nuts, which are edible and used in a variety of culinary applications. The tree is also grown as an ornamental for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Related terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Macadamia ternifolia
- Wikipedia's article - Macadamia ternifolia
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