Anacardiaceae

Anacardiaceae

Anacardiaceae (pronounced: /ˌænəkɑːrdiˈeɪsii/), also known as the cashew family or sumac family, is a family of flowering plants, including about 83 genera with about 860 known species.

Etymology

The family name Anacardiaceae is derived from the genus Anacardium. The genus name Anacardium, originally from the Greek, refers to the nut, core or heart of the fruit, which is outwardly located (ana- means "upwards" and -cardium means "heart").

Description

Members of the Anacardiaceae bear fruits that are drupes and in some cases can be revolute. The family is characterized by the presence of resin ducts in the bark and the production of urushiol, an irritant. The plants are trees, shrubs or woody vines. Many members of this family are notable for their toxicity.

Genera

Some of the most well-known genera include:

• Anacardium
• Mangifera
• Pistacia
• Rhus
• Spondias

Related Terms

• Drupe
• Urushiol
• Resin ducts
• Toxicity

See Also

• List of Anacardiaceae genera
• Cashew
• Mango
• Poison ivy
• Sumac

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Anacardiaceae
• Wikipedia's article - Anacardiaceae

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