Bloodwood Cacique
Brosimum rubescens
Basic Information
Family: Moraceae
Genus: brosimum
Plant ID (slug): brosimum-rubescens
Numeric ID: 4548
USDA Hardiness: 10-12
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Brosimum rubescens is an evergreen Tree growing to 30 m (98ft) by 20 m (65ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in full shade (deep woodland) or semi-shade (light woodland). It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
S. America - Brazil, Bolivia and Peru, north through Central America to Panama and Costa Rica.
Habitats
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Antitussive The latex is drunk as a medication for colds or for coughing.
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Brosimum rubescens Bloodwood Cacique PFAF Plant Database
Meta Description: Brosimum rubescens is an evergreen Tree growing to 30 m (98ft) by 20 m (65ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in full shade (deep woodland) or semi-shade (light woodland). It prefers moist soil.