Achira
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Achira is a noun meaning A canna lily (Canna indica, syn. Canna edulis), similar to arrowroot, the seeds of which yield a purple dye.
Meaning
A canna lily (Canna indica, syn. Canna edulis), similar to arrowroot, the seeds of which yield a purple dye.
More Meanings
- The edible rhizome of this plant.
Example Sentences
In much of this area achira is a market vegetable, but only in Peru and southern Ecuador is it a substantial crop.
Synonyms for achira
Depending on context, synonyms include arrowroot.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include arrowroot, tous-les-mois, ararao, alkanet, canna, aliipoe.
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