Cockspur Thorn, Thorny Cockspur
Maclura cochinchinensis
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Basic Information
Family: Moraceae
Genus: maclura
Plant ID (slug): maclura-cochinchinensis
Numeric ID: 21817
USDA Hardiness: 10-12
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Maclura cochinchinensis is an evergreen Shrub growing to 10 m (32ft) by 8 m (26ft) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade.
Distribution
E. Asia - Indian subcontinent through Myanmar, Malaysia, Indonesia, Indo-China, to Australia.
Habitats
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Fruit Leaves Edible Uses: The young leaves are sometimes eaten raw[310 ]. The fruit is edible[310 ].
Medicinal Uses
Antitussive Febrifuge The wood is used to treat fevers[310 ]. A decoction of the roots is used to alleviate coughing[310 ].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Maclura cochinchinensis Cockspur Thorn, Thorny Cockspur
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