sea grape
"Sea grape" can refer to various plants and marine organisms across different regions, often noted for their grape-like appearance.
Definition
B2Botany
(tropical, coastal)A small tree (Coccoloba uvifera) found on sandy beaches in tropical America, producing clusters of purple fruit.
Example
- The sea grape tree thrives along the sandy shores of the Caribbean.
- Children often collect the purple fruit of the sea grape tree during their beach outings.
B2Marine Biology
(culinary, Southeast Asia)A type of edible seaweed (Caulerpa lentillifera), known for its soft, succulent texture and umami flavor.
Example
- Sea grape is a popular ingredient in many Southeast Asian salads.
- The seaweed, also known as sea grape, is often referred to as 'green caviar' due to its appearance.
C1Botany
(Europe, Asia)A leafless plant (Ephedra distachya) found in sandy soils, with edible fruit and stems harvested for ephedrine.
Example
- Ephedra distachya, also called sea grape, is used in traditional medicine for its ephedrine content.
- The plant, known as sea grape in some regions, thrives in the arid soils of central Asia.
C1Marine Biology
(technical)Clusters of gelatinous egg capsules of a squid (Loligo).
Example
- Divers often encounter sea grape clusters while exploring coastal waters.
C1Marine Biology
(technical)Bottom-dwelling sea squirts (Molgula) that resemble peeled grapes.
Example
- Marine biologists study sea grape organisms to understand their unique filter-feeding mechanisms.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "sea grape":
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