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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[File:Starr_060703-8343_Artocarpus_altilis.jpg|Starr 060703-8343 Artocarpus altilis|thumb]] [[File:Arto_aniso_T_070203_mncg.JPG|Arto aniso T 070203 mncg|thumb|left]] [[File:Artocarpus_camansi_1.jpg|Artocarpus camansi 1|thumb|left]] [[File:Artocarpus_elasticus_Reinw._ex_Blume_-_Bendo,_Terap.jpg|Artocarpus elasticus Reinw. ex Blume - Bendo, Terap|thumb]] [[File:Artocarpus_hirsutus_fruit.jpg|Artocarpus hirsutus fruit|thumb]] '''Artocarpus''' is a [[genus]] of approximately 60 [[species]] of [[trees]] and [[shrubs]] in the [[Moraceae]] family, native to the [[tropics]] of Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands, and parts of [[Oceania]]. This genus includes economically and culturally significant species, such as ''[[Artocarpus altilis]]'' (breadfruit) and ''[[Artocarpus heterophyllus]]'' (jackfruit), which are widely cultivated for their edible [[fruit]]s. The genus name ''Artocarpus'' is derived from the [[Greek language|Greek]] words ''artos'', meaning bread, and ''karpos'', meaning fruit, reflecting the importance of some species as food sources.<br />
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==Description==<br />
Species within the ''Artocarpus'' genus are evergreen trees and shrubs that vary greatly in size, from small shrubs to large trees. They are characterized by their simple, large, alternately arranged [[leaf|leaves]] and their milky [[sap]]. The [[flowers]] are small, with male and female flowers usually on separate trees ([[dioecious]]). The fruits of ''Artocarpus'' species are often large, composed of many smaller [[fruit]]s fused together, and can be highly variable in shape, size, and color.<br />
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==Cultivation and Uses==<br />
''Artocarpus'' species are widely cultivated in their native range and in other tropical regions around the world. The most well-known species, the jackfruit (''A. heterophyllus'') and the breadfruit (''A. altilis''), are grown primarily for their fruits, which are consumed in a variety of ways. The fruits can be eaten raw or cooked and are used in a wide range of culinary applications, from traditional dishes to modern culinary creations. Beyond their use as food, the wood of some ''Artocarpus'' species is valued for furniture and construction due to its durability and resistance to termites.<br />
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==Ecological Role==<br />
In their natural habitats, ''Artocarpus'' trees play a significant role in the ecosystem. They provide food and habitat for a wide range of [[animal]]s, including birds, insects, and mammals. The large canopy of these trees also offers shade and protection for other plants, contributing to the biodiversity of the forest understory.<br />
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==Conservation==<br />
While some species of ''Artocarpus'' are widely cultivated and not considered at risk, others are threatened by habitat loss and overexploitation. Conservation efforts are necessary to ensure the survival of these species in the wild. This includes both in situ conservation, protecting trees in their natural habitats, and ex situ conservation, such as cultivating threatened species in botanical gardens and arboreta.<br />
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==Selected Species==<br />
* ''[[Artocarpus altilis]]'' – Breadfruit<br />
* ''[[Artocarpus heterophyllus]]'' – Jackfruit<br />
* ''[[Artocarpus integer]]'' – Chempedak<br />
* ''[[Artocarpus lacucha]]'' – Monkey Jack<br />
* ''[[Artocarpus odoratissimus]]'' – Marang<br />
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==See Also==<br />
* [[Tropical fruit]]<br />
* [[Tree cultivation]]<br />
* [[Conservation biology]]<br />
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[[Category:Artocarpus]]<br />
[[Category:Moraceae]]<br />
[[Category:Tropical agriculture]]<br />
[[Category:Fruit trees]]<br />
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