Xicotenga (en. Banyan)

/ɕikoˈteŋɡa/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Herbaceous plant with various uses in traditional medicine.

The xicotenga is used in home remedies.

La xicotenga se utiliza en remedios caseros.

Vernacular name for several botanical species.

In the countryside, many people know xicotenga for its healing properties.

En el campo, muchas personas conocen la xicotenga por sus propiedades curativas.

The term xicotenga comes from the local indigenous language, related to the flora of the region.

xicotenga in medicine

Use of the plant in therapeutic treatments.

xicotenga en la medicina

effects of the xicotenga

Benefits and properties of the plant.

efectos de la xicotenga

xicotenga in local culture

Importance of the plant in traditions and customs.

xicotenga en la cultura local

spearmint

Aromatic plant commonly used in cooking.

hierbabuena

aromatic

Plants with a pleasant scent, often used in medicine and cooking.

aromáticas

traditional medicine

Healing practices that use natural remedies.

medicina tradicional

Plant mentioned in conversations about home remedies.

When you talk about the xicotenga, everyone knows it as a natural resource.

Cuando hablas de la xicotenga, todos la conocen como un recurso natural.

Reference to something that is common in certain rural areas.

Here, xicotenga is highly valued, everyone knows what to do with it.

Aquí la xicotenga es muy apreciada, todos saben qué hacer con ella.