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false pawpaw
Scientific Name: Deeringothamnus
Family: Annonaceae
Category: Dicot
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Deeringothamnus: The False Pawpaw
Deeringothamnus, commonly known as false pawpaw, is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the Annonaceae (custard apple) family.
Considerations for Pets
- It is important to note that other plants in the Annonaceae family, such as Asimina triloba (common pawpaw), have edible fruits, but also contain compounds in other plant parts (seeds, bark, leaves) which can be irritating. Always take precautions with plants that produce small fruits or parts that could be tempting to pets.
Considerations for Children
- As with pets, be cautious of small, edible-looking fruits or parts that may tempt children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Deeringothamnus
- Common Name: False Pawpaw
- Family: Annonaceae (Custard Apple Family)
- Deeringothamnus pulchellus Small - Royal False Pawpaw, Pretty False Pawpaw
- Deeringothamnus rugelii (B.L. Robins.) Small - Rugel's False Pawpaw
- Deeringothamnus rugelii is also known as Rugels's Pawpaw, Pretty False Pawpaw, Yellow Squirrel-Banana, and Royal False Pawpaw.
Distribution and Habitat
- Deeringothamnus species are native to Florida.
- Deeringothamnus pulchellus was first collected in pinelands east of Punta Gorda in Charlotte County, Florida.
Conservation Status
- Deeringothamnus rugelii (Rugel's False Pawpaw) is listed on the U.S. Endangered Species List.
- Deeringothamnus pulchellus (Beautiful Pawpaw / Pretty False Pawpaw) is also endangered.
Resources and Further Information
- Discover Life offers information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Deeringothamnus rugelii.
- Dave's Garden is a community where gardeners share tips and ideas.