Hedyosmum luteynii
Todzia
Luteyn hedyosmum
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A tropical tree in the Chloranthaceae family. The leaves are used to make a beverage.
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Edible Uses
Leaves are prepared as a drink.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Andes, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, South America,
Also Known As
Borracho, Guayusa, Guayusa de monte, Limoncillo, Tarqui
References (2)
- Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 293
- Torre, de la, L., et al, 2008, Enciclopedia de las Plantas Útiles del Ecuador. Herbario QCA. Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador. p 280
