Nectandra pichurim

(Kunth) Mez

Pichurim nectandra

Lauraceae Edible: flavouring 3 iNaturalist observations

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Description

A tropical tree in the Lauraceae family. Nectandra pichurim is valued for its aromatic properties.

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Edible Uses

The plant is used as a condiment and flavouring agent.

Traditional Uses

It is used as a condiment or flavouring.

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Distribution

It is a tropical plant

Where It Grows

Argentina, Belize, Brazil, Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, North America, Panama, Peru, South America, Venezuela,

Synonyms

Aydendron laurel NeesLaurus pichurim Willd.Nectandra amara var. australis Griseb. non Meisn. Ocotea pichurim KunthPersea pichurim (Kunth) Spreng.

Also Known As

Keda, Muina, pee-shee, Moena

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 479