Steinmetz:Achras

General Index (総索引)

Medicinal Effect (薬効一覧)

Achras sapota

Also known as (or relevant to) Achras sapota Sapota achras 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