Rhamnaceae FAMILY
Sarcomphalus mexicanus
Sarcomphalus mexicanus
Edibility
0/5
Medicinal
0/5
Safety & Hazards
None known
Botanical Description
Sarcomphalus mexicanus is a spiny, evergreen tree with a dense crown; it can grow 4.5 - 9 metres tall. The bole can be 5 - 22cm in diameter. The fruit is harvested from the wild for local use as a soap. Highly prized for use as a soap, ithe frutt is sold in local markets[ 1186 Title Contributions from the U.S. National Herbarium Vol. 1 Publication Author Publisher Government Printing Office; Washingtom Year 1895 ISBN Description A botanical magazine containing a range of articles. ].
Habitat & Origin
Origintropical
Native RangeCentral America - Mexico
HabitatOn hills[ 1186 Title Contributions from the U.S. National Herbarium Vol. 1 Publication Author Publisher Government Printing Office; Washingtom Year 1895 ISBN Description A botanical magazine containing a range of articles. ].