Brazilwood
Haematoxylum brasiletto
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A shrub or small tree. It can grow 10 m tall.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Central America, Costa Rica, Mexico, Nicaragua
How it is used for food
The heart wood is used for tea. It probably has medicinal properties.
Edible parts
Shoots - tea
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Haematoxylon boreale S. Watson; Haematoxylon brasiletto H. Karst.; Haematoxylum boreale S. Watson;