Crabwood (Carapa guianensis) close-up bark Iwokrama Rainforest Guiana Shield Guyana South America October

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The indigenous tribes of Northwest Amazonia brew the bark of Crabwood (Carapa guianensis) into a tea to treat fevers and intestinal worms. It was applied externally to treat skin problems like ulcers and skin parasites.

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Size: 3406px × 5120px
Location: Turtle Mountain Iwokrama Rainforest Guiana Shield Guyana South America October
Photo credit: © Krystyna Szulecka / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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