Maytenus krukovii
A. C. Sm.
Chuachuhuasi
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Description
A tall tropical tree growing to 30 m with leaves reaching 30 cm wide.
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Edible Uses
The bark is used to flavor liqueurs and as a flavoring agent.
Medicinal Uses
It is used in medicine.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Amazon, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, South America,
Notes
It is used in medicine.
Synonyms
Maytenus chuchuhuasha Raymond-Hamet & Colas
Also Known As
Bimo, Chuchu huashu, Chuchuasi, Chuchasha, Kuri kaspi
References (2)
- INFOODSUpdatedFGU-list.xls
- Torre, de la, L., et al, 2008, Enciclopedia de las Plantas Útiles del Ecuador. Herbario QCA. Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador. p 279
