What does ZAMIA mean?

Zamia

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definitions:

1. A genus of cycads in the family Zamiaceae, native to the Americas and Africa, with about 50 species of evergreen trees and shrubs.
2. A type of plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈzāmēə/
• UK: /ˈzæmɪə/

Origin and Usage:

The word "zamia" comes from the Greek word "zamios," which means "pine cone." The genus Zamia was first described by the French botanist Michel Adanson in 1763. The plant has been used for medicinal purposes by indigenous people in the Americas, including the Seminole tribe in Florida.

Synonyms:

• Coontie
• Florida arrowroot
• Seminole bread

Related Words:

• Amaze
• Maize
• Mamie
• Mimeo
• Smaze

Example Sentences:

1. "The Zamia plant is a popular choice for landscaping in Florida."
2. "The Seminole tribe used to make bread out of the root of the Zamia plant."