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castilla

Scientific Name: Castilla elastica ssp. costaricana

Family: Moraceae

Category: Dicot

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Castilla: A Name with Deep Roots

The name "Castilla" appears frequently in the provided text, though it's not related to a plant but rather to a historical region, geographical locations, and various organizations and businesses primarily in Spain and Latin America.

Geographical Significance

  • Castilla y León: The largest region in Spain and the European Union, noted for its vast plains and historical significance, known as the "land of castles."
  • Castilla-La Mancha: Another region in Spain with its own distinct identity and government.

Entities Using the Name

  • Real Madrid Castilla: A reserve football team in Spain.
  • Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha: A university in Spain.
  • Numerous Hotels: Several hotels bear the name "Castilla" in locations like Madrid, Alicante, Benidorm, and Cancun.
  • Businesses: Many businesses, including banks (Caja Rural Castilla-La Mancha), travel agencies, and restaurants, use the name "Castilla."
  • Media Outlets: Several news sources with "Castilla" in the name serve the Castilla y Leon region.

Historical Context

  • The text references the Kingdom of Castile and its role in laying the foundations of modern Spain.

Quirky Facts

  • The text mentions "Maldita Castilla," an arcade action platformer game based on myths from Spain and Europe.