coastal [noun]

Mjimbi

Maana (Definition)

A broad-leafed wild taro plant growing near fresh water streams in coastal areas.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

wild taro plant / elephant ear plant

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mjimbi / taro

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili Botany

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Majani ya mjimbi yalivunwa kwa ajili ya dawa za kienyeji."

Translation: Wild taro leaves were harvested for traditional medicine.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

taro mmea Jimbile