What is another word for pithecolobium?
Pronunciation: [pˌɪθɪkəlˈə͡ʊbi͡əm] (IPA) 
Pithecolobium is a type of tree or shrub that belongs to the family of Fabaceae. It is commonly known as an earpod tree because of its unique seed pods. However, there are numerous synonyms of the word pithecolobium, depending on the region or common usage. Some of the synonyms for pithecolobium include Monkeypod, Rain Tree, Giant Lead tree, and Guanacaste tree. In many countries, different species of pithecolobium trees are known by various local names, such as Saman in South Asia, Jurema in Brazil, and Algarrobo in Mexico and Argentina. The use of synonyms for pithecolobium highlights the diversity of this plant species and its importance in different cultures.
