noun
- plural of genipapo; tropical American trees of the genus Genipa, or their edible fruit
Usage: Also called genipap or genipapo in singular form; The fruit is used in beverages and traditional medicine in South America
Examples
- Genipaps grow wild throughout the Amazon basin.
- The indigenous peoples have long harvested genipaps for food and dye.
- Genipaps produce a dark purple fruit that stains the skin temporarily.
- Local markets in Brazil sell fresh genipaps during harvest season.