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maidenplum
Scientific Name: Comocladia
Family: Anacardiaceae
Category: Dicot
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Maiden Plum (Comocladia spp.)
Maiden Plum refers to several species within the genus Comocladia. These plants are known for their potential to cause skin irritation upon contact.
Considerations for Pets
- The sap of Comocladia species is glutinous and can cause a persistent black stain.
Considerations for Children
- Areas with Maiden Plum may be very rocky or considered unsuitable for children under 6 years old.
Scientific Name and Common Names
- Scientific Name: Comocladia spp. (including Comocladia integrifolia and Comocladia dentata)
- Common Names: Maiden Plum, West Indian guao, Maidenplum
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Genus: Comocladia
- Kingdom: Plantae (plants)
- Division: Magnoliophyta (flowering plants)
- Class: Rosopsida (eudicots)
- Order: Sapindales
- Synonyms: The text doesn't provide specific synonyms but notes "All Names. Scientific Names. Comocladia dentata. English. Maiden Plum."
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the Americas.
- Specifically found in Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Morphological Characteristics
- These are shrubs and trees, mostly unbranched.
- Leaves are divided into opposite pairs of leaflets.
- Produces purplish drupes (edible, but see cautions).
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Listed in a database of Lepidopteran host plants.
Additional Information
- Comocladia dentata is also referred to as Toothed Maidenplum.
- The sap of Comocladia species contains urushiols, the same irritants found in poison ivy, which can cause a very itchy rash upon skin contact. The rash can last for two weeks.
Resources and Further Information
- Webster's Dictionary
- WordNet Lexical Database
- Online Dictionary (for spelling)
- 1HOSTS - a Database of the World's Lepidopteran Hostplants