Common Name
Annato
Family
BIXACEAE
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Trees Tree-like Palms & Bamboos
Spanish Name
Achiote
- Grows well in open areas and forest edges.
- Traditionally a red paste with carotenoids to dye and food coloring is processed from the seeds.
- Has been used to treat handruff , hairloss and headaches.
- Buzz pollinated by bees.
- Potential ornamental plant for outdoor gardens and ecological restoration. PROPAGATION: Seeds