Table of Contents
- 1 What is the common name of caesalpinia pulcherrima?
- 2 Are impatiens toxic to humans?
- 3 Where does Pernambuco wood come from?
- 4 Is caesalpinia pulcherrima poisonous?
- 5 Can you eat impatiens?
- 6 Is brazilwood poisonous?
- 7 How do you identify Pernambuco wood?
- 8 What is the difference between brazilwood and pernambuco?
What is the common name of caesalpinia pulcherrima?
Peacock Flower
Caesalpinia pulcherrima (L.) Sw.
| Family Name: | Fabaceae (Leguminosae) |
|---|---|
| Synonyms: | Poinciana pulcherrima |
| Common Name: | Peacock Flower, Barbados Flower Fence, Flower Fence, Jambol Merak, Cana, Barbados Pride, Red Bird of Paradise, Paradise Flower, Flamboyant Tree, Gold Mohur, Pride of Barbados, Jambul Merak, 金凤花, 洋凤花, 孔雀花 |
Are impatiens toxic to humans?
All Impatiens taste bitter and seem to be slightly toxic upon ingestion, causing intestinal ailments like vomiting and diarrhea. The toxic compounds have not been identified but are probably the same as those responsible for the bitter taste, likely might be glycosides or alkaloids.
What was brazilwood used for?
Brazilwood or Pau-Brasil, sometimes known as Pernambuco wood (Caesalpina echinata) is a Brazilian tree. It has a dense, orange-red wood (which takes a high shine), and it is the most frequently used wood for making bows for string instruments from the violin family. The wood also gives a red dye called brazilin.
Where does Pernambuco wood come from?
Paubrasilia echinata is a species of flowering plant in the legume family, Fabaceae, that is endemic to the Atlantic Forest. It is a Brazilian timber tree commonly known as Pernambuco wood or brazilwood (Portuguese: pau-de-pernambuco, pau-brasil; Tupi: Ibirapitanga) and is the national tree of Brazil.
Is caesalpinia pulcherrima poisonous?
After flowering, the fruits appear which are pod-like. When they ripen, the pods split open and disperse the small seeds. The seeds contain tannic acid that is poisonous and can result in gastrointestinal discomfort if ingested.
Is caesalpinia pulcherrima edible?
The red and orange flowers grow in clusters at the ends of branches and aren’t edible. The tender, green seedpods contain soft, edible bean seeds. The pod husks aren’t edible.
Can you eat impatiens?
Only the flowers are edible. Impatiens (Impatiens wallerana) – The flowers have a sweet flavor. They can be used as a garnish in salads or floated in drinks.
Is brazilwood poisonous?
The Brazilwood is poisonous for both cats and dogs. Typical symptoms include dehydration, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing, drooling, incoordination, irritation of mouth, tongue and lips, muscle tremors, oral irritation and vomiting. Brazilwood is a shrub in which the exact origin is not yet unknown.
Is brazilwood expensive?
Pricing/Availability: Unfortunately, Brazilwood has been exploited in centuries past, and is now listed as an endangered species, with international trade being tightly restricted. Prices are likely to be very high, and from dubious sources.
How do you identify Pernambuco wood?
Pernambuco wood is often red-brown or orange-brown, Brazilwood is usually a duller medium brown. The density difference between Pernambuco and Brazilwood also lets bow makers make more precise and delicate cuts on Pernambuco, and give Pernambuco bows a beter strength and spring for the same weight of bow.
What is the difference between brazilwood and pernambuco?
The difference between the two bows comes from what part of the tree the wood is taken. Pernambuco comes from the denser, slow growing heartwood of the tree, and brazilwood comes from the less dense portion.