Common Names - . Gumbo-Limbo | Synonyms - . None found |
Authority - . Jacq. ex L. | Gymnosperm or Angiosperm? Angiosperm |
Plant forms - Aromatic trees & shrubs | Total Number of species - 50 |
World Distribution - Guatemala, Tropical America | |
Comments - Source of resins, oils and medicines. Has wood. Wood from this genus is used for firewood, matches, resins for varnish. It was used by the Mayans for incense. |