What is another word for Family Connaraceae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli kənˈaɹe͡ɪsˌiː] (IPA) 
The Family Connaraceae is a group of flowering plants that includes about 85 species. Some common synonyms for this family include the Connaraceae family, the Cucurbitaceae family, and the melon family. This family is known for its unique fruits, which have an outer rind and inner fleshy pulp. Many species in the Connaraceae family are used in traditional medicine, such as Amanita phalloides, which is lethal to humans and other mammals. Despite their medicinal uses, many species in this family are threatened due to habitat loss and overconsumption by humans. Conservation efforts are underway to protect and preserve these important plants.
