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- Trees Tree-like Palms & Bamboos
- Spanish Name
- Hormigo, Bailarín, Palo Santo
- Common Name
- Holy tree
- Family
- POLYGONACEAE
- Grows up to 20m tall in forests and its edges.
- Its hollow branches are inhabited by Azteca ants that protect the tree from herbivores.
- Source of nectar for honeybees and native stingless bees. Seed are dispersed by wind.
PROPAGATION: Seeds
Written by neighbors in the community guide. Last edited May 28, 2025.Open in Notion