There are four varieties of commercially viable coffee: Arabica, Liberica, Excelsa, and Robusta. Growers predominantly plant the Arabica species. Although less popular, Robusta tastes slightly more bitter and contains more caffeine.
Cos"tal (ks"tal), a. Etym: [Cf. F. costal. See Costa.]
1. (Anat.)
Definition: Pertaining to the ribs or the sides of the body; as, costal nerves.
2. (Bot. & Zoöl.)
Definition: Relating to a costa, or rib. Costal cartilage. See Cartilage, and Illust. of Thorax.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
30 January 2025
(noun) a severe dermatitis of herbivorous domestic animals attributable to photosensitivity from eating Saint John’s wort
There are four varieties of commercially viable coffee: Arabica, Liberica, Excelsa, and Robusta. Growers predominantly plant the Arabica species. Although less popular, Robusta tastes slightly more bitter and contains more caffeine.