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corkwood
Scientific Name: Leitneria
Family: Leitneriaceae
Category: Dicot
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Corkwood: A Multifaceted Name in the Plant World
The name "Corkwood" applies to several different plants, leading to potential confusion. This page aims to clarify the various species and their characteristics.
Considerations for Pets
- Some Corkwood species, such as Duboisia myoporoides, contain alkaloids and have been implicated in clinical hyoscine poisoning.
- Some Corkwood species have been used for knitting and crafts.
Considerations for Children
- Some Corkwood species, such as Duboisia myoporoides, contain alkaloids and have been implicated in clinical hyoscine poisoning.
- Some Corkwood species have been used for knitting and crafts.
Common and Scientific Names
- Common Name: Corkwood
- Scientific Names: The name "Corkwood" is used for several plants, including:
- Annona glabra
- Commiphora angolensis (also known as sand corkwood)
- Leitneria floridana
- Duboisia myoporoides
- Hakea lorea
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Leitneria floridana:
- Family: Leitneriaceae
- Group: Dicot
- Synonym: Myrica (previously used scientific name)
- Synonym: Leitneria eocenica (Berry) Brown, n. comb. (synonymized)
Distribution and Habitat
- Annona glabra is found in the West Indies.
- Commiphora angolensis grows mainly in Angola and Namibia.
- Leitneria floridana is native to wet regions of the southeastern United States. Its distribution is described as scattered in three widely separated areas, including southeast Mississippi.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Leitneria floridana is described as a deciduous shrub or small tree with light green leaves and woolly catkins. It has a drupaceous fruit. It is also noted for having extremely light wood.
- Hakea lorea is a small, gnarled tree with thick, corky bark and long narrow leaves.
- Duboisia myoporoides is a shrub that grows up to 14 feet.
- Commiphora angolensis is a shrub.
Quirky Facts
- Leitneria floridana is considered a rare and unusual small tree that can tolerate having its roots in wet conditions for extended periods.
Traditional and Historical Uses
- Corkwood Tree has potential benefits and historical usage information available.
- Duboisia myoporoides alkaloids have been implicated in clinical hyoscine poisoning.
Further Information
- WebMD provides patient medical information for CORKWOOD TREE, including uses, effectiveness, side effects, safety, interactions, and user ratings.
- Encyclopedia.com offers corkwood articles, videos, and information.
- A Dictionary of Plant Sciences provides corkwood definitions.