What is another word for Maclura Pomifera?
Pronunciation: [məklˈʊ͡əɹə pˈɒmɪfəɹə] (IPA) 
Maclura pomifera, commonly known as the Osage orange, is a tree species native to North America. It's also known by its other common names such as hedge apple, bodark, and bois d'arc. The tree is highly valued for its hard, dense wood and has been widely planted across the United States for fence posts and archery bows. The fruit, which resembles a bumpy green-orange, is inedible for humans but is consumed by some animals. Alternative common names include monkey ball, mock orange, and yellowwood. Regardless of the name, Maclura pomifera remains an important species for its wood and cultural significance in the US.
