bitter cassava (Meaning)
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bitter cassava (n)
cassava with long tuberous edible roots and soft brittle stems; used especially to make cassiri (an intoxicating drink) and tapioca
Synonyms & Antonyms of bitter cassava
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bitter cassava Sentence Examples
- Bitter cassava, also known as manioc or yuca amarga, contains toxic compounds if not properly processed.
- The bitter cassava plant is cultivated primarily for its starchy tuberous roots.
- Farmers often take extra precautions when handling bitter cassava due to its poisonous nature.
- Many traditional recipes require careful preparation to remove the toxins from bitter cassava before consumption.
- Despite its bitterness, bitter cassava serves as a staple food for millions of people in tropical regions.
- Some communities have developed specialized techniques over generations to safely detoxify bitter cassava.
- Bitter cassava flourishes in warm climates with well-drained soil and sufficient rainfall.
- In some cultures, bitter cassava is used in rituals and ceremonies, symbolizing resilience and survival.
- The bitter taste of unprocessed bitter cassava serves as a natural deterrent against indiscriminate consumption.
- Research continues on breeding varieties of bitter cassava with reduced toxicity to improve food security in regions where it's a dietary staple.
FAQs About the word bitter cassava
cassava with long tuberous edible roots and soft brittle stems; used especially to make cassiri (an intoxicating drink) and tapioca
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Bitter cassava, also known as manioc or yuca amarga, contains toxic compounds if not properly processed.
The bitter cassava plant is cultivated primarily for its starchy tuberous roots.
Farmers often take extra precautions when handling bitter cassava due to its poisonous nature.
Many traditional recipes require careful preparation to remove the toxins from bitter cassava before consumption.
