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Pau D'Arco, scientifically known as Handroanthus impetiginosus, is a large tree native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including countries such as Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela. Pau D'Arco (Latin: Handroanthus impetiginosus) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Pau D'Arco is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Pau D'Arco is a member native to AGW, BOL, BZN, BZE, BZL, and BZC. Pau D'Arco thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Pau D'Arco grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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