Edible Plants

10 words in this vocabulary list

noun a plant of the pea family with deeply divided leaves and tall spikes of colorful flowers

adjective relating to or resembling a wolf

  • The lupine plant is known for its beautiful purple flowers.
  • I saw a bunch of lupines blooming in the field.
  • Those lupines are really popping off this year.
  • Her personality is as vibrant as a field of lupines.

noun a type of plant with large leaves and long red or pinkish stalks that are used in cooking, especially for making pies and jams

  • The chef used fresh rhubarb to make a delicious pie.
  • I love the tangy taste of rhubarb in desserts.
  • Let's pick some rhubarb from the backyard for a snack.
  • The disagreement between the two parties was like a sour rhubarb that couldn't be sweetened.

noun a type of herb commonly used in Japanese cuisine, also known as perilla

adjective describing the characteristics of the herb shiso

  • The chef garnished the dish with a sprig of fresh shiso leaves.
  • I love the flavor of shiso in my sushi rolls.
  • Have you tried the shiso-infused cocktails at that new bar?
  • The shiso plant symbolizes good luck and prosperity in Japanese culture.

noun a plant of the daisy family with long, thin, edible roots that taste like oysters

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  • Salsify is a root vegetable that is often used in gourmet cooking.
  • Have you ever tried salsify? It's actually pretty tasty!
  • I'm not a fan of salsify, it's just not my thing.
  • The salsify of the situation is that we need to find a solution quickly.

noun a tropical fruit with sweet, yellow flesh and a green skin, also known as papaya

  • The scientific name for pawpaw is Asimina triloba.
  • I love snacking on fresh pawpaw slices.
  • Let's go grab some pawpaw from the market.
  • Her smile was as sweet as a ripe pawpaw.

noun a type of plant, specifically a genus of flowering plants in the family Orchidaceae

  • Katniss Everdeen is the protagonist of the Hunger Games series.
  • I love how badass Katniss is in the Hunger Games movies.
  • Katniss is a total boss when it comes to archery.
  • Her determination and resilience make her the Katniss of our group.

noun a plant of the nightshade family, with green leaves and small yellow fruits enclosed in a bladder-like husk

  • The physalis plant is known for its distinctive lantern-shaped husk.
  • I tried a physalis for the first time and it was surprisingly sweet.
  • Let's pick some physalis from the garden and make a tasty dessert.
  • The physalis represents the hidden beauty within each of us.

noun a type of tropical plant with edible roots

  • Achira is a type of perennial plant that is commonly found in South America.
  • I tried cooking achira for the first time last night, and it was surprisingly delicious.
  • Hey, do you want to grab some achira chips from the store on our way home?
  • The achira of knowledge blooms in the garden of experience.

noun a member of an indigenous people of Honduras and Nicaragua

adjective relating to the Achuas people or their language

  • The indigenous tribe in the Amazon rainforest is known for their use of achuas in traditional ceremonies.
  • I heard that achuas are a popular ingredient in the local cuisine.
  • Let's grab some achuas and chill by the river.
  • Her words were like achuas, bringing a sense of warmth and comfort to the situation.

noun a proper noun referring to a specific person named Adam

  • Adam's fig is a type of fruit that is known for its sweet taste and unique shape.
  • Have you tried Adam's fig before? It's really delicious!
  • I heard Adam's fig is the bomb, we should totally try it out!
  • The story of Adam's fig symbolizes the beginning of something new and exciting.