Gardens: Shalcapata, Lili and Rodolfo

Medicinal Properties:

Anti-inflammatory: Its resins and latex are used to reduce inflammation.

Wound Healing: Used on wounds and skin lesions.

Antimicrobial: Effective against bacterial and fungal infections.

Analgesic: Relieves pain when applied topically.

Digestive: In infusions, certain spices help with gastric problems.

In traditional medicine, its components (such as flavonoids and terpenes) are valued, but their use requires caution, as some spices can be toxic if not administered properly.

Other traditional uses: It is used as a spoon as a utensil.

Referencias:

Brack Egg, A. (1999). Diccionario Enciclopédico de Plantas Útiles del Perú. Centro de Estudios Regionales Andinos "Batolomé de las Casas". Lima, Perú. 556 p.

Soukup, J. (1978). Vocabulario de los nombres vulgares de la flora peruana y catálogo de los géneros. Editorial Salesiana. Lima, Perú. 435 p.