portia tree

noun, sometimes capitalized P
por·​tia tree | \ ˈpōrshə-\

Definition of portia tree

: a tropical tree (Thespesia populnea) that is closely related to the majaguas, has rounded cordate leaves and showy yellow and purple flowers, yields a valuable pinkish to dark red close-textured wood resistant to warping and an oil from its seeds, and is sometimes cultivated as an ornamental

called also bendy tree, seaside mahoe, tulip tree

History and Etymology for portia tree

Tamil puraśu

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