Bursera sp. indet.
Torote negra
Burseraceae Edible: Bark
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A tropical tree in the Burseraceae family with bark used in traditional preparation.
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Edible Uses
The bark is used to make a drink.
Traditional Uses
The bark is used to make a drink.
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Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Central America, Mexico,
Notes
There are about 100 Bursera species.
References (2)
- Altschul, S.V.R., 1973, Drugs and Foods from Little-known Plants. Notes in Harvard University Herbaria. Harvard Univ. Press. Massachusetts. no. 1997
- Anderson, M., 2002, The World Encyclopedia of Cacti and Succulents. Hermes House, New York. p 137 (Genus)
