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Cerbera dilatata
Scientific Name: Cerbera dilatata
Family: Apocynaceae
Category: Dicot
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Cerbera dilatata
Cerbera dilatata, also known as chi'ute (Chamorro) and is a synonym of Cerbera odollam, is a captivating plant with several interesting aspects. It's a small to medium-sized tree.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions the presence of cardiac glycosides.
Scientific Name and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cerbera dilatata Markgr.
- Family: Apocynaceae (Oleander family)
- Basionym: Cerbera inflata S.T.Blake.
- Synonyms: Cerbera odollam Gaertn., Cerbera forsteri Seem., Cerbera lactaria Buch.-Ham. ex Spreng., Odollamia malabarica, Tanghinia odollam, Cerbera manghas auct. non L..
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
Distribution and Habitat
- Endemic to the Mariana Islands, specifically Guam.
- Native to tropical Asia, Australia, Madagascar, and various islands in the Indian Ocean and the western regions.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Small to medium-sized tree with dark foliage.
- Prefers clay soil and limestone.
- Reaches a medium to large size.
Common Uses
- The wood has been used for food containers, furniture, furniture components, interior construction and trim, matches, moldings, shutters, utility furniture, and veneer.
Propagation
- Can be propagated from seeds and cuttings.
Further Information
- World Checklist of Selected Plant Families (WCSP).
- International Plant Names Index.
- Tropicos.
- Encyclopedia of Life.
- Australian Plant Census.
- PhytoImages.siu.edu