Steinmetz:Achras

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Achras sapota

Also known as (or relevant to)
Family
Sapotaceae (Sapindaceae?)
English Names
  • Neesberry
  • Sapodilla Plum
Natural Habitat
  • Central- and Southern America
  • tropical countries
Part(s) Used
  • Fructus Sapotae
  • Gummi Sapotae = Mexican Chicle gum
Constituent(s)
  • tannin
  • sapotin
  • alkaloid
  • glucoside
Action
  • febrifuge
  • tonic
  • diuretic; the inspissated milky juice of the fruit is used in the manufacture of chewing gum. The ripe fruits are delicious. P. S. This plant should not be confused with Achras Zapota
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