Bouteria

/buːˈtɪəriə/ noun

Definition

A genus of plants native to southwestern North America and Mexico, related to the Agave family.

Etymology

A Latinate genus name, possibly honoring a botanist or naturalist, following scientific nomenclature conventions.

Kelly Says

Bouteria plants are perfectly adapted to desert conditions and have been used by indigenous peoples for food and fiber for centuries—botanical names often hide the practical history of plant use.

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