cassowary plum
"Cassowary plum" refers to both a tropical fruit and the tree that produces it, native to regions from Sulawesi to the Solomon Islands and north east Queensland.
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Definition
B2Botany
(technical)A tree known for its glossy leaves and toxic seeds, scientifically named Cerbera floribunda.
Example
- The Cerbera floribunda, or cassowary plum tree, thrives in tropical climates.
B2Botany
(general)A large, blue, egg-shaped fruit from the Cerbera floribunda tree, toxic to most animals but consumed by cassowaries.
Example
- The cassowary plum is easily recognizable by its bright blue color.
B2Ecology
(technical)A fruit that plays a key role in the diet of cassowaries, which aid in seed dispersal by consuming the fruit and excreting the seeds.
Example
- Cassowaries are essential for the dispersal of cassowary plum seeds in their habitat.
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