| Part of Speech | Definition | |
| Noun | 1. Tropical American tree bearing sweet pulpy fruit with thick scaly rind and shiny black seeds.[Wordnet]. | |
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Common Expressions: Annona squamosa
| Expressions | Definition | ||
| Annona squamosa | Tropical American tree bearing sweet pulpy fruit with thick scaly rind and shiny black seeds. Source: Wordnet 3.0 Copyright © 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved. | ||
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Specialty Expressions: Annona squamosa
| Expressions | Domain | Definition | |
| Annona squamosa | Botanical | The edible fruits are applied to contusions as a cataplasm. The leaves serve as a barbasco, as a poultice to heal ulcers and boils, and to kill lice and extract guinea worms. Crushed leaves, applied to a fainted person's nostrils, are said to hasten revival. On the other hand, in Colombia, leaves are placed under children's pillows so they will sleep better (!). The seeds are insecticidal, and said to kill lice. (references) | |
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