Pachira insignis | |
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Scientific classification
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Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Eudicots |
Clade: | Rosids |
Order: | Malvales |
Family: | Malvaceae |
Genus: | Pachira |
Species: | P. insignis
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Binomial name | |
Pachira insignis |
Pachira insignis is a tree native to the tropics of South America and nearby islands (e.g. Trinidad). [1] Its English common names include "wild chestnut" and "wild breadnut". [2]
Pachira insignis has been introduced in many tropical countries [1] [3] and is invasive in the Dominican Republic. [2]
Pachira insignis is used for food and medicine. [1] The seeds, young leaves, and flowers are eaten. [4] It is also grown ornamentally and as a shade tree. [2]