Drimys granadensis
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Summary
Source: WikipediaDrimys granadensis is a broadleaf evergreen tree of family Winteraceae. it is native to tropical montane forests from Peru to southern Mexico. Common names in Mexico include al-ca-puc, cashiquec, chachaca, chilillo, palo picante, palo de chile, yaga-bziga, and vaya-yiña.
Description
A tropical tree in the Winteraceae family.
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Edible Uses
The bark is used as a spice and is a substitute for cinnamon.
Traditional Uses
It is used as a substitute for cinnamon.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Andes, Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Panama, South America, Venezuela,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Aji, Aji de paramo, Canelo, Canelo de paramo, Palo de aji
References (2)
- Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 208 (As Drimys granatensis var. grandiflora)
- Kew Plants of the World Online
