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Definition of Scitamineous

1. a. Of or pertaining to a natural order of plants (Scitamineæ), mostly tropical herbs, including the ginger, Indian shot, banana, and the plants producing turmeric and arrowroot.

Definition of Scitamineous

1. Adjective. (botany) Of or relating to a natural order of plants (Scitamineae), mostly tropical herbs, including ginger, banana, and the plants producing turmeric and arrowroot. ¹

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Medical Definition of Scitamineous

1. Of or pertaining to a natural order of plants (Scitamimeae), mostly tropical herbs, including the ginger, Indian shot, banana, and the plants producing turmeric and arrowroot. Origin: NL. Sciamineosus, fr. Scitamineze, fr. L. Scitamentum a delicacy, dainty. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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