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MARANTA
maranta
(noun) any of numerous herbs of the genus Maranta having tuberous starchy roots and large sheathing leaves
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Ma*ran"ta, n. Etym: [NL.] (Bot.)
Definition: A genus of endogenous plants found in tropical America, and some species also in India. They have tuberous roots containing a large amount of starch, and from one species (Maranta arundinacea) arrowroot is obtained. Many kinds are cultivated for ornament.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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