Pau D'Arco (Handroanthus impetiginosus)

Family: Bignoniaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Handroanthus impetiginosus or also known as Pau D?Arco, Pink Ipe, pink lapacho, or pink trumpet tree is a slow-growing, deciduous tree growing about 12 m in height with trunk diameter of up to 80 cm. It can be found in northern Mexico south to northern Argentina. It is the national tree of Paraguay and is planted in gardens and boulevards as an ornamental tree. It has a straight bole and a large, round but often sparse canopy.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Bark/Inner Bark

Harvest Seasons: Spring, Early Summer, Late Summer, Fall

Flavor & Culinary Uses

A tea made from the inner bark is widely used as a tonic. — A tea made from the inner bark is widely used as a tonic.

Habitat & North American Range

Interior of dense, primary forests, as well as in open and secondary growth areas. (Zone 10)