Coffea
Coffea
Coffea (/koʊˈfiːə/), commonly known as the coffee plant, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Rubiaceae. Coffea species are shrubs or small trees native to tropical and southern Africa and tropical Asia. The seeds of some species, called coffee beans, are used to flavor various beverages and products.
Etymology
The name "Coffea" is derived from the Arabic word "qahwah" which was traditionally used to refer to a type of wine, but later came to mean "coffee" in many languages. The word "coffee" itself is derived from "Coffea", the genus of the plant that produces coffee beans.
Pronunciation
Coffea is pronounced as /koʊˈfiːə/.
Related Terms
- Coffee bean: The seed of the Coffea plant, which is used to make coffee.
- Rubiaceae: The family of flowering plants to which Coffea belongs.
- Coffea arabica: A species of Coffea, which is the primary source of coffee beans worldwide.
- Coffea canephora: Another species of Coffea, also known as robusta coffee.
- Coffea liberica: A less common species of Coffea, known for its unique flavor profile.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Coffea
- Wikipedia's article - Coffea
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