Elaeagia pastoensis
L. E. Mora
Pasto alaeagia
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Description
A tropical tree in the Rubiaceae family found in tropical regions.
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Edible Uses
The resin is chewed as gum.
Traditional Uses
The resin is used as chewing gum.
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Medicinal Uses
The resin is used as chewing gum in traditional practice.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, South America,
Also Known As
Barniz, Barniz de pastoa, Jokitziri, Lacre, Moquetziri, Rayo
References (1)
- Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 215
