Andiroba Tree (Carapa guianensis)
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Scientific Name: Carapa guianensis — Andiroba.
Native Home: Amazon rainforest and other tropical forests of Central and South America.
Height: 20–40 m.
Lifespan: Several decades to over 100 years.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Durable wood used for furniture, flooring, and construction.
Harvesting: Seeds are collected for oil, while mature trees are harvested for timber.
Age to Harvest: Around 25–40 years for timber, depending on growing conditions.
Products: Andiroba oil, furniture, timber, soaps, and cosmetics.
Traditional Use: Indigenous Amazonian communities have traditionally used the seed oil for skin care and insect repellent.
Global Spread: Native to tropical America, including the Amazon Basin, Central America, and the Caribbean.
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