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curaciao bush
Scientific Name: Cordia globosa var. globosa
Family: Boraginaceae
Category: Dicot
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Cordia globosa (Curacao Bush)
Cordia globosa, commonly known as the Curacao bush, is a native shrub found in specific regions. This plant is often mentioned in the context of the island of Curacao.
Considerations for Pets
- Some descriptions mention "waby bushes with their two-inch thorns," which may pose a risk of injury to pets.
Considerations for Children
- Mentions of "waby bushes with their two-inch thorns" suggest potential for injury, especially for small children exploring the landscape.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cordia globosa
- Common Name: Curacao bush
Distribution and Habitat
- The plant is described as a native shrub, specifically associated with the island of Curacao.
- It's associated with the "kunuku" or bush, described as a semi-arid landscape of hills and valleys clothed in drought-resistant shrubs and cacti.
- It is also cultivated in Miami-Dade County, Florida.
Ecological Role
- It is noted as potentially "weedy," with a recommendation against using it in general landscapes on the mainland.
Morphological Characteristics
- It is described as a shrub.
- The text mentions, "waby bushes with their two-inch thorns", so the shrub has thorns.