Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco

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Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco
Light:Full Sun Part Shade
Moisture:Mesic
Soil pH:5.6-8.4
Medicinal Rating:
Tea:Yes
Poisonous

Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco (common name: quebracho)

Cultivation: 254

Range: Southern South America.

Medicinal: Antispasmodic. Treats asthma and emphysema[1]. Tonic. Reduces fever[1]. Astringent - it has been used on burns and cuts[1]. Contains yohimbine[1].

Usage: Wood - very hard[1].

Soil: Can grow in light, medium, and heavy soils.

Flower Type: Hermaphrodite

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  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Chevallier, Andrew. The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants. Dorling Kindersley, 1996.