Holywood
Guaiacum sanctum
Family: Zygophyllaceae
What it is like
A tree.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Antilles, Belize, Bahamas, Caribbean, Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Curacao, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, North America, Puerto Rico, South America, USA, Venezuela, West Indies (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
The wood and resin are used as a spice and flavouring.
Edible parts
Resin - spice
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Bulabari, Lignum vitae