Balsam amyris (Amyris balsamifera)
Amyris balsamifera is a small tree native to the Caribbean. Its resinous wood yields an essential oil prized in perfumery and aromatherapy for its woody, balsamic aroma.
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Synonyms
Amyris funckiana Turcz.
Elemifera balsamifera (L.) Kuntze
Rhus arborescens (Mill.) DC.
Schimmelia oleifera Holmes
Toxicodendron arborescens Mill.
Taxonomy
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderSapindales
- familyRutaceae
- genusAmyris
- speciesAmyris balsamifera