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slugwood

Scientific Name: Beilschmiedia pendula

Family: Lauraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Beilschmiedia pendula: The Slugwood

Beilschmiedia pendula, commonly known as Slugwood, is a plant that has garnered attention in various contexts, from its biological characteristics to its appearance in commercial products and even fantasy narratives.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Beilschmiedia pendula (Sw.) Hemsl.
  • Common Name: Slugwood
  • Family: Not explicitly mentioned in the text.
  • Synonyms/Alternative Names: BEPE (Symbol).

Distribution and Habitat

Discover Life provides information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Beilschmiedia pendula.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The text mentions "Slugwood fruit" and a file image on Wikimedia Commons showcasing Beilschmiedia pendula, Slugwood fruit.

Quirky Facts

  • The name "Slugwood" appears in diverse contexts, ranging from the plant itself to business names ("Slugwood Stubble Ltd"), pub names ("Slug & Lettuce Wood Street"), and even characters in fantasy dramas.
  • The term "Slug Wood" is used in conjunction with a "Slug Wood Mod," which seems to refer to modified items made of wood and slugs used with vaping devices.

Further Information

  • Discover Life provides a page dedicated to the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Beilschmiedia pendula.
  • Wikimedia Commons hosts media related to the plant, including images of its fruit.