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ID 613
Crop ID Kamala
Part Fruit
Use Category Industrial
Notes The granules which cover the ripe fruit are used in India as a dye ("kamala... more
The granules which cover the ripe fruit are used in India as a dye ("kamala") for dyeing silk and wool bright orange. Kamala also serves as a preservative for vegetable oils and dairy products. Kamala is also recorded to be used as a dye for food-stuffs and beverages.
Metadata ID 8,033
ID 614
Crop ID Kamala
Part Fruit
Use Category Medicinal
Notes The granules on the fruit have been widely used as an anthelmintic and to t... more
The granules on the fruit have been widely used as an anthelmintic and to treat skin complaints, e.g. herpes. An extract of kamala in hexachlorethane may be useful in treating liver fluke in cattle. Kamala is also known to affect the fertility of animal and man. It has been applied as a drastic purgative.
Metadata ID 8,033
ID 615
Crop ID Kamala
Part Leaf
Use Category Medicinal
Notes The leaves and bark are also used to treat skin diseases. The leaves are us... more
The leaves and bark are also used to treat skin diseases. The leaves are used as diuretic and anti-amoebic. In Papua New Guinea, a decoction of the leaves is applied against diarrhoea, but also to treat constipation; the sap is applied to wounds.
Metadata ID 8,033
ID 616
Crop ID Kamala
Part Seed
Use Category Industrial
Notes The seeds yield kamala seed oil which can be used as a substitute for tung ... more
The seeds yield kamala seed oil which can be used as a substitute for tung oil, obtained from Aleurites spp., in the production of rapid-drying paints and varnishes. The seed oil is also used as a fixative in cosmetic preparations.
Metadata ID 8,033
ID 617
Crop ID Kamala
Part Wood
Use Category Industrial
Notes The wood is sometimes used as timber for implements and rafters, and often ... more
The wood is sometimes used as timber for implements and rafters, and often as fuelwood. It is also suitable for paper pulp.
Metadata ID 8,033
ID 618
Crop ID Kamala
Part Leaf
Use Category Feed (Forage/Fodder)
Notes The leaves are used as fodder.
Metadata ID 8,033
ID 620
Crop ID African Cabbage
Part Leaf
Use Category Food
Notes The tender leaves, young shoots and occasionally flowers are eaten boiled a... more
The tender leaves, young shoots and occasionally flowers are eaten boiled as potherb, relish, stew or side dish. The leaves are utilized in fresh form or dried as powder.
Metadata ID 8,208
ID 621
Crop ID African Cabbage
Part Leaf
Use Category Medicinal
Notes an infusion of the leaves is used to treat anaemia. The leaves and seeds a... more
an infusion of the leaves is used to treat anaemia. The leaves and seeds are used medicinally as rubefacient and vesicant, and to treat rheumatism, externally as well as internally. An infusion of the roots is used as a medicine for chest pain, the leaves to treat diarrhoea.
Metadata ID 8,208
ID 622
Crop ID African Cabbage
Part Seed
Use Category Feed (Forage/Fodder)
Notes The seeds are used to feed birds. The seed cake can be used as animal food... more
The seeds are used to feed birds. The seed cake can be used as animal food.
Metadata ID 8,208
ID 623
Crop ID Brazil Nut
Part Seed
Use Category Food
Notes Seed - raw or cooked. A mild flavour, the nuts are a common item of food, e... more
Seed - raw or cooked. A mild flavour, the nuts are a common item of food, eaten raw and also roasted, salted or used in ice cream etc.
Metadata ID 8,230
ID 624
Crop ID Brazil Nut
Part Bark
Use Category Medicinal
Notes The bark of the tree is used as a treatment for liver problems.
Metadata ID 8,230
ID 625
Crop ID Brazil Nut
Part Seed
Use Category Medicinal
Notes The sweet oil from the seeds is applied to burns.
Metadata ID 8,230
ID 626
Crop ID Brazil Nut
Part Fruit
Use Category Medicinal
Notes A tea made from the fruit is used as a treatment for gastralgia.
Metadata ID 8,230
ID 627
Crop ID Brazil Nut
Part Seed
Use Category Oil (Fuel)
Notes The nut, which has an elevated oil content of 63-69%, burns with a candle-l... more
The nut, which has an elevated oil content of 63-69%, burns with a candle-like flame when lit.
Metadata ID 8,230
ID 628
Crop ID Brazil Nut
Part Seed
Use Category Industrial
Notes The oil from seed has also sometimes been used in perfumery, paint and soap... more
The oil from seed has also sometimes been used in perfumery, paint and soap making, and as a lubricant for watches and clocks.
Metadata ID 8,230
ID 629
Crop ID Brazil Nut
Part Bark
Use Category Fibre
Notes The bark has been used in remote regions for fibre production. It is used f... more
The bark has been used in remote regions for fibre production. It is used for caulking ships.
Metadata ID 8,230
ID 630
Crop ID European Oregano
Part Leaf
Use Category Food
Notes The fresh leaves are used as a garnish for salads while the dried herb is p... more
The fresh leaves are used as a garnish for salads while the dried herb is popular for seasoning soups, stews and poultry dishes.
Metadata ID 8,209
ID 631
Crop ID European Oregano
Part Extract (oil)
Use Category Industrial
Notes The essential oil is used for scenting soap and as an ingredient in liqueur... more
The essential oil is used for scenting soap and as an ingredient in liqueur and wine.
Metadata ID 8,209
ID 632
Crop ID European Oregano
Part Leaf
Use Category Beverages
Notes The fresh herb is more popular and expensive than the dried herb. Both herb... more
The fresh herb is more popular and expensive than the dried herb. Both herbs are also used to make a kind of tea, and a good quality honey can be obtained from the flowers.
Metadata ID 8,209
ID 633
Crop ID Brazil Nut
Part Bark
Use Category Industrial
Notes The durable wood is sought by boat builders, and is also used for purposes ... more
The durable wood is sought by boat builders, and is also used for purposes such as interior joinery, cabinet making, high class furniture, construction, flooring, heavy carpentry and sliced veneer.
Metadata ID 8,230

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