Coracao-de-Negro (Swartzia panacoco)

Family: Fabaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Commonly found in South America particularly in Brazil, Venezuela, and the Guyanas, Swartzia panacoco is a tree growing up to 30 m tall with a straight and cylindrical, low-buttressed bole. This species is not edible. Bark decoction induces sweating. The bark contains a balsamic red resin. The wood, known as Coracao de Negro, is used for high class furniture, cabinet making, musical instruments, turnery, sculpture, flooring, etc.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

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

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Rainforests. Lowland primary rain forest, riparian vegetation and terra firme (non-flooded) forest on brown sandy clay soils, at elevations up to 500 metres. (Zone 10)