Drimys granadensis

Family: Winteraceae

What it is like

A tree.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Andes, Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Panama, South America, Venezuela

How it is used for food

It is used as a substitute for cinnamon.

Edible parts

Bark - spice

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Aji, Aji de paramo, Canelo, Canelo de paramo, Palo de aji

Synonyms

Wintera granadensis (L.f.) Murray; and others