Glossary P
Deutsch: Kürbis / Indian: Mathanga, Mathangumblam
Pumpkin refers to certain cultivars of squash, most commonly those of Cucurbita pepo, that are round, with smooth, slightly ribbed skin and deep yellow to orange coloration. Some exceptionally large cultivars of squash with similar appearance have also been derived from Cucurbita maxima.
Pungko-Pungko is the name of makeshift eateries along sidewalks in Cebu, south of the Philippines which are selling assorted cooked foods.
Deutsch: Kamias-Baum / Español: Árbol de Kamias / Português: Árvore de Kamias / Français: Arbre de Kamias / Italiano: Albero di Kamias
Puno ng Kamias refers to the tree bearing kamias (Averrhoa bilimbi), a tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia, including the Philippines. The kamias tree is known for its small, cucumber-shaped fruits that range from green to yellowish-green when ripe. These fruits are famous for their extremely sour taste and are often used in Filipino cuisine as a souring agent in dishes, such as sinigang (a sour soup or stew), or made into preserves, candies, and even vinegar.
Deutsch: Rambutan-Baum / Español: Árbol de Rambután / Português: Árvo de Rambutã / Français: Arbre de Ramboutan / Italiano: Albero di Rambutan
Puno ng Rambutan refers to the tree that bears the rambutan fruit, a popular tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia. The rambutan tree is part of the Sapindaceae family, which also includes other well-known fruits like lychee and longan. Rambutan fruits are known for their hairy appearance, with a soft, sweet, and juicy flesh inside that encases a single seed. The name "rambutan" comes from the Malay word "rambut," meaning hair, which describes the fruit's unique, hairy exterior.