Maranta

[mә'ræntә]

Definition

(noun.) any of numerous herbs of the genus Maranta having tuberous starchy roots and large sheathing leaves.

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Definition

(n.) A genus of endogenous plants found in tropical America, and some species also in India. They have tuberous roots containing a large amount of starch, and from one species (Maranta arundinacea) arrowroot is obtained. Many kinds are cultivated for ornament.

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