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Last uploaded: March 22, 2026
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D002365
http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D002365
Preferred Name

Manihot

Definitions
A plant genus of the family EUPHORBIACEAE that is perennial with conspicuous, almost palmate leaves like those of RICINUS but more deeply parted into five to nine lobes. It is a source of a starch after removal of the cyanogenic glucosides. The common name of Arrowroot is also used with Maranta (MARANTACEAE). The common name of yuca is also used for YUCCA.
Synonyms
esculenta, Manihot
Brazilian Arrowroots
Arrowroot, Brazilian
Cassavas
Kasabas
Manihot esculentas
Manihots
Kasaba
Tapiocas
Brazilian Arrowroot
Manioc
Arrowroots, Brazilian
Cassava
Tapioca
Maniocs
Manihot esculenta
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