Brownea ariza
Benth.
Ariza flamebean
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Description
A tropical tree in the legume family (Fabaceae) with leaves that can be brewed into tea.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are dried and brewed to make tea.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Colombia, Ecuador, Honduras, Panama, Peru, South America, Venezuela,
Also Known As
Amapolo, Ariza, Cruz caspi, Rosa del monte
References (2)
- Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 74
- Kew Plants of the World Online
