Amyris pinnata
Kunth
Pinnate amyris
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Description
A tropical tree in the Rutaceae family.
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Edible Uses
Used for making alcohol.
Traditional Uses
It is used for making alcohol. Caution: Alcohol is a cause of cancer.
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Known Hazards
Alcohol is a cause of cancer.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, South America,
Notes
It has potential anticancer properties.
Also Known As
Alcanfor, Chaquiro, Manzana, Marfil
References (2)
- Grandtner, M. M., 2008, World Dictionary of Trees. Wood and Forest Science Department. Laval University, Quebec, Qc Canada. (Internet database http://www.WDT.QC.ca)
- Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 29
