Evergreen Peruvian balsam trees can reach 35 meters (115 feet). It bears yellow seed pods, white pea-like blooms, compound leaves dotted with oil glands, and grey bark.
Habitat & Cultivation
Peruvian balsam, a native of Central America, naturally grows in tropical jungles. It is produced in India, Central and South America. Cuts in the bark are used to harvest oleoresin or balsam.
Uses
Damaged Tissue may stimulate and help repair.
Bronchitis/Bronchial asthma may be useful when used as an expectorant.
Sore Throats
Skin Disorders may help when applied topically.
Parts used
Oleo-resin
Key Actions
Antiseptic
Expectorant
Anticatarrhal
Constituents
Volatile oil: mainly benzyl benzoate and benzyl cinnamate.
Resins
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References
- Chevallier, Andrew, FNIMH; Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine - 550 Herbs and Remedies for Common Ailments; 3. Edition 2016; ISBN: 978-0-2412-2944-6; Page 239.
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