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green caskfruit

Scientific Name: Doliocarpus olivaceus

Family: Dilleniaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Vine

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Green Caskfruit (Doliocarpus olivaceus)

Doliocarpus olivaceus, commonly known as Green Caskfruit, is a vine belonging to the genus Doliocarpus.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text explicitly states: "Is Green Caskfruit safe for dogs? No Is Green Caskfruit safe for cats?"

Considerations for Children

  • The text explicitly states: "Is Green Caskfruit safe for children? No"

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Doliocarpus olivaceus Sprague & R.O. Williams ex Standl.
  • Family: Dilleniaceae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: The text mentions several related names, including:
    • Doliocarpus major J.F. Gmel.
    • Pinzona Mart.

Common Names

  • Green Caskfruit
  • Caskfruit (sometimes used generally for Doliocarpus species)

Distribution and Habitat

  • The text references its distribution through the use of colored rounds on a map for "Native," "Introduced," and "Both" (native and introduced). However, specific geographic locations aren't detailed.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Green Caskfruit is described as a vine.
  • It is a perennial, meaning it lives for more than two years.

Ecological Role

  • The species is mentioned in the context of endemic invertebrates and vertebrates.

Resources and Further Information

  • The text mentions Discover Life as a resource for information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Doliocarpus olivaceus.
  • USDA is referenced in association with the plant.