Carapa guianensis aka Crabwood

Taxonomy ID: 21216

Common names

Crabwood, Bullet Wood, Crab Oil, Guiana Crabwood, Crab Oil Tree

More information about Crabwood

What is the region of origin of Crabwood

Crabwood’s native range is S. America - Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela, the Guyanas; C. America - Panama to Guatemala; Caribbean - Trinidad to Dominican Republic.

Is Crabwood toxic to humans/pets?

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

More info:
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