Croton cajucara

Benth.

Sacaca

EuphorbiaceaePotential hazards — see below
Caution — Parts of this plant may be toxic or require specific preparation. Verify with multiple sources before consuming.
Croton cajucara
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What to Eat

Edible parts: Medicine

Known Hazards

There have been reports that the plant is carcinogenic, but there has been no scientific evidence to back this.

Where to Find It

It is a tropical plant.

Amazon, Bolivia, Brazil, South America,

Countries: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Paraguay, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela

How to Identify

A tropical shrub in the Euphorbiaceae family.

How to Grow

Most Croton species are relatively indifferent to their habitat and can grow on a wide range of soils in both disturbed and undisturbed vegetation.

Medicinal Uses

Used medicinally.

Other Uses

The bark contains an aromatic, essential oil. It is used in perfumery.

Names & Synonyms
Oxydectes cajucara (Benth.) Kuntze
References (1)
  • Brazil: Biodiversity for Food and Nutrition. http://www.b4fn.org/countries/brazil/

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