Prunus brachybotrya is a species of tree in the family Rosaceae. It is native to Mexico. Individuals have been found growing in Central American countries. The resplendent quetzal has been observed feeding on this tree.[1]
P. brachybotrya is found in southeastern Mexico, particularly in Chiapas, and grows in cloud forests between 1200–2400 m of elevation.[2][3]
The wood of P. brachybotrya is reddish brown in color and is suitable for woodturning.[4] Among the Tarahumara its leaves, which smell strongly of hydrogen cyanide, are used to kill fish when harvesting a pond, eaten to deter insects from biting, and used in infusions to relieve coughs and other ailments.[5]
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: CS1 maint: others (link) Prunus brachybotrya is a species of tree in the family Rosaceae. It is native to Mexico. Individuals have been found growing in Central American countries. The resplendent quetzal has been observed feeding on this tree.
Prunus brachybotrya là loài thực vật có hoa trong họ Hoa hồng. Loài này được Zucc. miêu tả khoa học đầu tiên năm 1836.[1]
Prunus brachybotrya là loài thực vật có hoa trong họ Hoa hồng. Loài này được Zucc. miêu tả khoa học đầu tiên năm 1836.