Clitoria ternatea
(Clitoria Blue)
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The flowers of this blue pigment rich vine have the shape of human female genitals, hence the Latin name of the genus "Clitoria". |
Coccus lacca
(Shellac)
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The general name for a resinous substance excreted by the females of the lac insect, Laccifer (Tachardia) lacca (formerly Coccus lacca). |
Mimosa hostilis
(Jurema)
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Jurema has been used since time immemorial. |
Pterocarpus soyauxii
(African Coralwood)
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Pterocarpus soyauxii is a useful multipurpose tree from forested areas in Central Africa, producing good-quality timber & dye. |