What is the meaning of the word "saccharum"?

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  1. A genus of tall perennial grasses commonly known for including sugarcane. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • The Saccharum genus, particularly sugarcane, is vital for the global production of sugars and bioethanol. copy to clipboard
  2. Tall perennial reedlike grass originally of southeastern Asia, tropical, and subtropical regions, and significant in the agricultural industry due to their high sucrose content. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • Farmers in the tropics rely on Saccharum crops to support the local sugar industry and produce ethanol. copy to clipboard

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