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Egyptian carissa

Scientific Name: Carissa edulis

Family: Apocynaceae

Category: Dicot

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Carissa edulis (Egyptian Carissa)

Carissa edulis, commonly known as Egyptian Carissa, is a plant with notable characteristics and a wide distribution.

Considerations for Pets

  • The provided text mentions that some sources refer to "spiny-leaved monkey-". This could indicate the presence of thorns or spines on the plant.

Considerations for Children

  • The provided text mentions that some sources refer to "spiny-leaved monkey-". This could indicate the presence of thorns or spines on the plant.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Carissa edulis (Forssk.) Vahl
  • Common Name: Egyptian Carissa
  • Domain: Eukaryota
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Serial No.: 30165
  • Synonyms: The text indicates that Carissa edulis is an invalid synonym for Carissa bispinosa.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Carissa edulis is found in Arabia, extending through Senegal to Cameroon, and throughout the drier parts of tropical regions.
  • Specific locations mentioned include Egypt, Cape Verde Islands, Benin, Burkina Faso, Ghana, Guinea-Bissau, Guinea, and Ivory Coast.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The text suggests it is similar to Carissa grandiflora but with smaller and rounder fruit.
  • It is referred to as a tree and shrub, and one source uses the phrase "scrambling, spiny" in reference to a "3D Egyptian Carissa" model, which could refer to Carissa edulis.

Uses

  • It is listed as a fodder tree and shrub, with the leaves/petioles used as feed for animals, as evidenced by samples from Ethiopia.
  • Leaf extracts have been studied for their effect on blood glucose levels.

Quirky Facts

  • The name "Carissa" is French in origin, meaning "Tender Touch."

Further Information

  • RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) offers help and information.
  • Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS) and uBio are listed as trusted sources.
  • FloraOfZimbabwe is another resource.