given by some authors to the tree the wood of which is the log-wood, used in dyeing and medicine" and as being of Tupi-Guarani origin, by way of Portuguese. Although not consistent with the Guarani source, one common pronunciation of the name in English is given by .

Description

The species are shrubs to large trees ranging in size from 20 to 30 m tall. Most of its species have bipinnate leaves,

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