What are the traditional uses of Brosimum alicastrum?

Brosimum alicastrum has 8 documented traditional uses in the Verdica ethnobotanical reference database. This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the FDA.

What phytochemicals are found in Brosimum alicastrum?

Brosimum alicastrum contains 15 documented phytochemical compounds in the Verdica database.

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Brosimum alicastrum

Breadnut

Family: Moraceae • Genus: Brosimum • Region: NORTHERN AMERICA: Mexico (Durango, San Luis Potosí, Sinaloa, Sonora, Tamaulipas, Campeche, Chiapas, Colima, Guerrero, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Michoacán de Ocampo, Morelos, Nayarit, Oaxaca, Puebla, Querétaro, Quintana Roo, Tabasco, Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave, Yucatán) SOUTHERN AMERICA: Cuba, Jamaica, Belize, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, El Salvador, Guyana, Venezuela, Brazil (Acre, Roraima), Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, United States

Summary: Brosimum alicastrum (Breadnut) is a plant in the Moraceae family. Verdica documents 8 traditional uses, 15 phytochemical compounds, and 0 herb-drug interactions for this species.

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About Brosimum alicastrum

An evergreen, large fruiting foliage tree and member of the great fig family which includes breadfruit and jakfruit.

Care Information

Sunlight	Full sun
Watering	Low — drought tolerant
Soil	Moist
Hardiness Zone	USDA 10-12

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Disclaimer: The statements on this page regarding traditional uses of plants have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Traditional use information is presented for educational and historical reference purposes only, reflecting documented ethnobotanical practices. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal preparation, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have any medical condition. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 (US) or your local emergency number immediately.

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