Meaning
Hypelate trifoliata, a small tree in the soapberry family, native to extreme southern Florida and islands of the Caribbean. It has trifoliate leaves and produces small flowers in early summer.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
From ink + wood.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
white ironwood
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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