Summary: Simarouba glauca (Simaruba Bark) is a plant in the Simaroubaceae family. Verdica documents 25 traditional uses, 15 phytochemical compounds, and 0 herb-drug interactions for this species.
Simarouba glauca, otherwise known as Paradise Tree or Bitter Wood, is an evergreen, small to medium-sized tree growing up to 15 m in height, with a narrow crown, well-developed root system, and straight, cylindrical bole thank can be at least 30 cm in diameter. It can be found in Central America. It is shade tolerant. The leaves and bark are used in the treatment of malaria, fevers, and dysentery, to stop bleeding, and as a tonic. The oval fruits can be eaten raw but are of inferior quality. The seed produces edible oil used in the preparation of bakery products and for industrial purposes. Seed shells can be used in the manufacture of particle board, activated charcoal, or as fuel. The wood is used for interior construction, boxes and crates, furniture, veneer, etc. It is also used for fuel.
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Watering | High — needs consistently wet conditions |
| Soil | Moist, sandy |
| Hardiness Zone | USDA 9-12 |
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