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
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
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