How to Identify Coriariaceae
Coriariaceae is a plant family in the Plantae kingdom, order Cucurbitales, class Magnoliopsida. The family contains 8 accepted species worldwide. Some species in this family are toxic — exercise caution when handling unknown specimens.
Representative Coriariaceae Species
Coriaria ruscifolia L.
Coriaria ruscifolia L.
Coriaria ruscifolia is a poisonous deciduous shrub with toxic and traditional ps…
⚠️ Poisonous
Coriaria sarmentosa G.Forst.
Coriaria sarmentosa G.Forst.
Coriaria sarmentosa G.Forst. is a poisonous endemic New Zealand large shrub, com…
⚠️ Poisonous
Coriaria angustissima Hook.fil.
Coriaria angustissima Hook.fil.
Coriaria angustissima (small-leaved tutu) is a New Zealand-endemic dioecious shr…
Coriaria myrtifolia L.
Coriaria myrtifolia L.
Coriaria myrtifolia, or redoul, is a Mediterranean toxic shrub traditionally use…
⚠️ Poisonous
Coriaria arborea Linds.
Coriaria arborea Linds.
Coriaria arborea (tutu) is a toxic New Zealand endemic shrub that Māori have use…
⚠️ PoisonousFrequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Coriariaceae?
Coriariaceae plants belong to the Cucurbitales order in the Plantae kingdom. Browse the 8 species gallery above for visual identification references. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Coriariaceae?
Coriariaceae is classified in the order Cucurbitales, class Magnoliopsida, phylum Tracheophyta. The family contains 8 accepted species worldwide.
⚠️ Are any Coriariaceae species poisonous?
Yes, some Coriariaceae species are toxic or poisonous. Always exercise caution with unknown specimens. View poisonous Coriariaceae species or browse the full poisonous species guide.
Sources: GBIF, iNaturalist, Wikipedia · Disclaimer
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