Sambucus peruviana
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Sambucus peruviana is a species of tree in the family Adoxaceae. It is native to Central America and South America.[1]
Description
Trees up to 8 m, irregular trunk.[2][3] Leaves compound, with 7-9 ovate-oblong leaflets, margin serrate, acute apex, hairy underside.[2][3] The inflorescences are cymes 18–22 cm long, with white fragrant flowers.[2][3] The fruits are black berries 1.2 cm in diameter, with 3-5 seeds.[2][3]
Distribution and habitat
Sambucus peruviana is found from Costa Rica and Panama down the Andes south to northwestern Argentina between 2800 and 3900 m of elevation.[1][3]
Vernacular names
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Uses
The fruits can be made into jams, drinks, and wines.[3][4] The leaves, flowers and fruits have medicinal properties; analgesic, antiinflammatory, antiseptic, sudorific.[3][5] The wood is hard and resistant, used for construction, tools and making of quenas.[3][4]
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