Myrocarpus fastigiatus Allemao

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Status: Accepted
Genus: Myrocarpus Allemao
Tribe: Sophoreae
References: 

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Common Names:

• Baume de Perou Brun [3127]
  
• Cabreuva [3127]
  
• Cabureicia [3127]
  

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Descriptors:

• Habit:
  • Tree
• Lifespan:
  • Perennial
• Stems:
  • Not climbing
• Source(s):
  • 1988(Americas)Zarucchi JL
  • 1999 Bisby FA

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Uses:

• Medicine [3127]
  
• Wood [3127]
  

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Geographical Distribution:

• South America
  • Brazil [1103] [1414] [1574]

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Notes:

• An essential oil steam-distilled from wood for aromatherapy. [3127]
  
• Timber mills provide wood chippings as a source. [3127]
  
• Used for respiratory and immune systems and skin care in aromatherapy. [3127]
  
• Used in soaps and perfumes for 'woody' scents. [3127]
  
• Previously used to extract nerolidol, now produced synthetically. [3127]
  

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Last Update: 14/06/2001 13:58:54