Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
koka
Noun
/ˈkoʊ.kə/
Definition
A small evergreen tree native to South America, known for its leaves that contain alkaloids.
Examples
- The indigenous tribes have used koka leaves for thousands of years.
- Koka tea is commonly consumed to alleviate altitude sickness.
- Some regions in Peru are famous for their cultivation of koka plants.
Meaning
Koka refers to the leaves of the Erythroxylum coca plant, which are traditionally used by indigenous peoples in the Andes for their stimulating effects.
Synonyms
- Coca
- Coca leaf
