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- Trees Tree-like Palms & Bamboos
- Spanish Name
- Alcornoque, Lengua de vaca, Totoposte
- Family
- CHRYSOBALANACEAE
- Grows up to 30m tall in forests and close to rivers and creeks.
- The bark and leaves are used in folk medicine to cure hemorrhoids and kidney problem.
- The oil has been used in substantial amounts for making candles, soap, axle grease, and other articles.
- Useful for ecological restoration.
PROPAGATION: Seeds
Written by neighbors in the community guide. Last edited May 28, 2025.Open in Notion