Schinopsis brasiliensis
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Schinopsis brasiliensis is a species of flowering plant in the cashew family known by the common names baraúna or braúna,[1] quebracho, and chamacoco.[2]
This species is endemic to Brazil,[2] where it is a component of the Caatinga ecoregion.[3]
Description
Schinopsis brasiliensis can grow up to 12 metres (39 ft) tall with a trunk diameter of 60 centimeters.[4]
Uses
This tree has a hard, sturdy wood which is used in construction.[1][5] Because of its harvesting for this purpose, the tree is considered an endangered species.[1]
Two species of mite have been noted to live on this tree, Calacarus torulus and Shevtchenkella schinopsidis.[5]
References
- ^ a b c Cardoso, M. P., et al. (2005). A new alkyl phenol from Schinopsis brasiliensis. Natural Product Research 19(5) 431-33.
- ^ a b Saraiva, A. M., et al. (2011). In vitro evaluation of antioxidant, antimicrobial and toxicity properties of extracts of Schinopsis brasiliensis Engl. (Anacardiaceae). African Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology 5(14) 1724-32.
- ^ Dantas, B. F., et al. (2008). Biochemical changes during imbibition of Schinopsis brasiliensis Engl. seeds. Revista Brasileira de Sementes 30(2) 214-19.
- ^ Saraiva, A. M., et al. Quantitative analysis of Schinopsis brasiliensis Engl. extract when incorporated into oil-in-water microemulsion.
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